Nigerian Governor Sacks Five Commissioners, Full List Emerges

Nigerian Governor Sacks Five Commissioners, Full List Emerges

  • Plateau state governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has approved the dismissal of five commissioners in a minor cabinet reshuffle
  • Governor Mutfwang subsequently announced the appointment of five others as their replacements with immediate effect
  • According to reports, the Plateau state governor wished the former commissioners well in their future efforts

Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has announced the dismissal of some members of his executive council and has immediately nominated their replacements.

The governor announced the minor cabinet reshuffle on Wednesday, January 29, and no less than five commissioners have been relieved of their duties.

Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau state sacks five commissioners including Sule Musa and Obed Goselle.
Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau sacks Sule Musa, Obed Goselle, and other commissioners in a minor cabinet reshuffle. Photo Credit: @CalebMutfwang
Source: Twitter

Below are the names and positions of the affected commissioners:

S/NNamesPositions
1Sule MusaCommissioner for Commerce and Industry
2Obed GoselleCommissioner for Science and Technology
3Noel NkupCommissioner for Youth and Sports Development
4Chrysantus Dawam Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning
5Jamila TukurCommissioner for Tourism, Culture and Hospitality

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Governor Mutfwang makes five appointments

According to Vanguard, the governor also approved the appointment of five other persons to serve as commissioners under his government. The names and local government areas of the council are:

S/NNamesLGAs
1 Sunday AlexBassa
2Joyce Ramnap Langtang South
3Sylvanus DongtoeShendam
4Nicholas Baamlong Qua’an Pam
5Cornelius Doeyok Qua’an Pam

Governor Mutfwang expressed his appreciation to the commissioners who were sacked and wished them well in their future endeavours.

Governor Mutfwang mourns former senator

Recently, the governor mourned the demise of Senator Jeremiah Useni, a former Federal Capital Territory minister, who reportedly died at 82.

Mutfwang's press director, Gyang Bere, confirmed Useni's death in a statement on Thursday night, January 23 and expressed the Plateau state governor's regret over the former minister's demise.

The statement further highlighted the extraordinary leadership and steadfast commitment to service that the deceased left behind in Nigeria's security landscape and political milieu. The governor noted that Useni worked tirelessly to promote peace and security, particularly in northern Nigeria and Plateau State.

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According to the governor, the late general had an illustrious career, serving Nigeria with distinctions in various capacities, including as minister of the FCT, minister of transportation, and Quarter-Master General of the Nigerian Army.

Governor Mutwang visits Tinubu over state security

Legit.ng earlier reported that Mutfwang provided insights into his administration's efforts to improve the security situation in Plateau state in 2024.

Mutfwang visited President Bola Tinubu at his Lagos residence and commended the progress of security forces, technology investment and the community.

The Plateau governor noted that, compared to 2023, people celebrated Christmas in relative peace. He also expressed gratitude to President Tinubu for his concern and support.

While ceding that not all the challenges had been solved, Mutfwang said his team would not relent in ensuring criminal activities did not thrive in the state.

He also committed his leadership to the people of Plateau State and to instilling confidence in Nigerians, particularly any considering investing in Plateau.

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