Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has made significant appointments by adding 14 Special Advisers and 44 Senior Special Reporters to various ministries, departments, and agencies within the state. This decision is aimed at enhancing the government’s efforts to serve the people effectively.
Here are some key details about these appointments:
- Total Appointments: With this recent round of appointments, the governor has appointed a total of 130 individuals to various roles in his administration, including Special Advisers, Senior Special Reporters, and Special Assistants.
- Gender Representation: Out of the 44 Senior Special Reporters announced by the governor, only 10 are women. Among these women, key roles include Senior Special Assistant for National Assembly Matters, Women Mobilisation, New Media, Primary Education, and Women Affairs. The inclusion of women in these positions reflects a commitment to gender diversity in governance.
- Special Advisers: Two women have been appointed as Special Advisers by Governor Abba Yusuf. Dr. Fatima Abubakar Amneef has been appointed as the Special Adviser for Special Assignment (Women), while Hajiya Aisha Muhammad Idris has been appointed as the Special Adviser for Food Security. These appointments signify the importance of addressing specific issues, including women’s concerns and food security, within the state.
These appointments aim to strengthen the administration’s capacity to address various challenges and implement policies and programs that will benefit the people of Kano State.