Breaking: Nigerian Governor Sacks All Commissioners, Dissolves Executive Council
- Babagana Umara Zulum dissolved the Borno State Executive Council, relieving all commissioners of their duties
- Secretary to the State Government Bukar Tijani said the move was to allow council members pursue elective positions ahead of the general elections
- Zulum directed commissioners to hand over to permanent secretaries by 3 April 2026 and commended them for their service to Borno state
Governor Babagana Umara Zulum has approved the immediate dissolution of the Borno state Executive Council, effectively relieving all commissioners of their duties.
The announcement was contained in a statement issued on Monday by the Secretary to the state Government, Bukar Tijani.
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Decision linked to forthcoming elections
According to the statement, the move is aimed at creating room for members of the council who may wish to participate in the forthcoming general elections, Daily Trust reported.
The government noted that the dissolution would provide “an enabling environment” for political aspirations among affected officials.
Commissioners ordered to hand over
Governor Zulum directed all outgoing commissioners to transfer responsibilities of their ministries to the respective permanent secretaries.
The handover process is expected to be completed on or before Friday, 3 April 2026.
Governor commends outgoing cabinet members
Despite the sweeping decision, the governor expressed appreciation to members of the dissolved council for their service to the state.
He acknowledged their role in governance, praising their efforts and contributions.
He expressed his “profound appreciation to the outgoing commissioners for their dedication, commitment, and invaluable contributions to the development and service of the people of Borno state.”
Transition begins in Borno
The dissolution marks a significant administrative shift in Borno state as the government prepares for a new political phase ahead of the elections.
Officials say the transition process is already underway, with permanent secretaries expected to oversee ministries pending further directives.
Fubara sacks commissioners
In another development, governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers has sacked all the commissioners, special advisers and other political appointees as he dissolved the state executive council.
This was announced in a statement issued by Onwuka Nzeshi, the chief press secretary (CPS) to the governor, on Thursday, February 12.
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According to The Nation, the governor directed that all the commissioners and special advisers hand over to the most senior officers or permanent secretaries in their respective ministries.
This came after the reconciliation meeting between the governor and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, who is the current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Fubara and Wike have been at loggerheads just months after the former resumed office over the control of the political structure in the state.
Zulum raises alarm over possible bomb attack
Previously, Legit.ng reported that the governor of Borno, Babagana Zulum, has warned residents of the state of a possible bomb attack and called for heightened vigilance in Maiduguri, the state capital, during the Eid period.
Speaking in an interview, Zulum disclosed that security agencies are still tracking two suspected suiclde bombers believed to be at large following recent attacks in the state. The governor stressed the need for residents to remain alert, particularly in crowded areas, as authorities intensify efforts to prevent further incidents.
Source: Legit.ng
