Gombe state Governor, Alhaji Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has approved the appointment of Chairmen and Permanent Commissioners of the State Civil Service Commission( CSC) and State Independent Electoral Commission ( SIEC)
The appointments followed the confirmation of members of the two commissions by the state House of Assembly.
The State Civil Service Commission has Mrs. Rabi Shuaibu Jimeta as Chairperson with Dr. Garba Mohammed Bajoga, Alhaji Abdullahi Mohammed Umar, Mr. Masoyi Bilwa Sajo and Malam Adamu Musa Deba as Permanent Commissioners.
The State Independent Electoral Commission has Alhaji Saidu Shehu Awak as Chairman with Alhaji Abdullahi Garba Talasse, Alh. Yakubu M. Malam, Dr. Babangida Hammani, Alhaji Mohammed Kabir Sulaiman, Mr. Enock Maisamari, Alhaji Mohammed Ismail Kumo and Mr. Bulus Kudi as Permanent Members.
Similarly, Governor Inuwa Yahaya has approved the appointment of Chairman and members of the state Teachers’ Service Commission ( TSC) as follows: Mrs. Na’omi Phillip Maigwa ( chairperson); Alhaji Musa Aliyu Marafa ( Permanent Member); Reverend J. P. Kawuwa ( Permanent Member) and Alhaji Shehu Umar ( Permanent Member). Others are Mr. Sunday Zailani ( Part Time Member); Alhaji Shehu Saidu Dukku ( Part Time Member) and Alhaji Shuaibu Abdulrahman ( Part Time Member).
…Governor Yahaya says Government will spare no efforts to prevent community transmission, enforce compliance
Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has announced the confirmation of five index cases of Coronavirus in the state.
The Governor who gave the confirmation while addressing members of the press shortly before a meeting with the state traditional council, regretted the reported cases but however called for calm saying Government will spare no resources and efforts to ensure the safety of the people of the State.
Three of the Coronavirus patients have already been taken to the Federal Teaching Hospital Gombe while the fourth is currently being traced in Arawa quarters, a suburban area of Gombe metropolis and the fifth, an indigene of Biu Local Local Government area of Borno state has since been handed over to officials of the Borno State Ministry of Health.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya said despite efforts by his administration to curtail the possible spread of the Coronavirus into the state, it is disheartening to see the the state records five index cases of the virus in the state, saying contacts of the index cases will be traced, isolated and tested for covid-19.
He appealed to traditional and religious leaders in the State to be more decisive in enlightening their subjects on the dangers of flaunting border closure directive and other preventive measures reeled out by the authorities.
He said the spread of the covid-19 among the populace can only be tackled if people strictly comply with preventive measures outlined by the government and health experts.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya called on media organisations in the State to desist from promoting activities that could attract mass gatherings of people, saying any abuse of ethical standard of journalism on covid-19 will be reported to National Broadcasting Commission, NBC for necessary sanctions.
He said the government had set up the task force response team on covid-19 about a month ago to proactively contain the virus yet people failed to comply with the preventive measures, not minding the implications.
Governor Yahaya said now that the index cases have been recorded in Gombe state, government has no option than to enforce stringent measures to ensure all preventive measures are fully into effect.
He lamented that compromising border closure by some security operatives and community members was responsible for the index cases recorded in Gombe state as all the comfimed cases were returnees from the covid-19 ravaged areas.
“We plan to engage indigenous hunters, Vigilante as well as aid groups of religious organisations under close supervision of the traditional rulers whom we believe are familiar with all the terrains of their respective communities to ensure our borders are protected”, he added.
Governor Yahaya hinted that borders with other states will remain closed, while punitive measures will be taken against any large crowd found gathering in the state.
“If care and measures are not taken enough to protect the people, community spread will set-in and that will be the worst. You know the nature of how our people relate. You know the nature of our cultural affiliation and transactions and to that extent, it involves all of us,” he said
The Governor disclosed that security agencies were on high alert to ensure full compliance, because the previous orders given were seriously violated.
” Now that the ugly head of the Coronavirus has reared its ugly head on us and we have registered some positive cases, we need to rethink and do much better than what we did earlier on, in terms of taking proactive or punitive measures where and when necessary against those who decide to operate against instructions”.
The chairman Gombe State Taskforce on convid-19, Professor Idris Mohammed in his remarks said his committee will do everything necessary to ensure that the virus does not spread exponentially.
He commended Governor Inuwa Yahaya’s proactiveness in curbing the virus from getting into the State, saying for the committee to be able to keep the virus at bay for the past one month is a testament to the fact that the State Government has done the needful.
The Governor had presided over a consultative meeting with the state council of emirs and Chiefs and later a joint session with security council and traditional rulers to ensure inclusiveness in handling the matter.
…Says Nigeria has lost a reliable and dedicated administrator
The Governor of Gombe State, Alhaji Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has expressed grief over the demise of the Chief of Staff to the President, Mallam Abba Kyari who died on Friday.
Reacting to the news of Mallam Abba Kyari’s death, Governor Yahaya lamented that Nigeria has indeed lost a fine and dedicated gentleman, a patriot and a reliable administrator who was always mindful of his duties and responsibilities.
He said the President’s late Chief of Staff will be remembered for his exemplary leadership, effectiveness in service, dedication and loyalty while carrying out the duties and responsibilities of his office.
“On behalf of the Government and people of Gombe state, I wish to extend our deepest condolences to Mr. President, the family of the deceased as well as the government and people of his home state, Borno over this great loss”, Governor Yahaya stated.
The Gombe state Governor prayed Almighty Allah to grant the deceased Chief of Staff Aljannat Firdaus and give his family and the nation the fortitude to bear the loss.
…says no amount is too much to be spent on health, wellbeing of people
Governor Muhammadu nuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has said that the health of the people cannot be equated to any amount spent to ensure their wellbeing.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya stated this while commissioning covid-19 isolation and treatment centres set up by his administration.
Answering questions from newsmen on efforts so far put in place by his administration to address the challenges of the novel Coronavirus, said his government is willing to spend more to contain the pandemic as well as reposition the health sector for the benefit of the people of the State.
The Governor said the essence of putting up the isolation and treatment facilities is to prepare the state against the outbreak of the novel Coronavirus and to save lives in case of any eventuality.
Governor Yahaya disclosed that while the state awaits the delivery of the Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) machine, his administration is engaging the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) and World Health Organisation (WHO) to get necessary accreditation to establish a molecular laboratory in the state that could serve as a test centre for as many viruses as possible.
He said the decision to close schools and social centres in the State was to promote social distancing which has so far been proven as an antidote to the spread of the virus.
While answering questions on the youths recently apprehended by the rapid response team of the state taskforce on the restriction of inter state movement for coming into the State from Lagos, Governor Inuwa Yahaya said the arrest of the youths for quarantining was the proper procedure to check the possible spread of the Coronavirus, especially given the fact that the youths were coming from Lagos which is the epicenter of covid-19 in Nigeria.
The Governor thanked traditional and religious leaders for their efforts in enlightening their subjects on the Coronavirus pandemic, assuring the people that the State is ready for any eventuality.
The Chairman of the state Taskforce on covid-19, Professor Idris Mohammed described the facilities provided as state of the art and some of the best one can find for the management of covid-19 cases.
The facilities unveiled by the Governor included a 150- bed capacity isolation centre at Kwadon infectious diseases hospital, for the management of mild to moderate cases, a fully equipped 50- bed capacity facility at the Federal Teaching Hospital and a 12- bed capacity intensive care unit ( ICU) fully equipped for the management of severe cases, including mechanical ventilators, oxygen concentrations, cardiac respiratory monitors and other needed facilities.
Despite the Coronavirus Pandamic which has literally slowed down economies across the world, the Gombe State Government appears determined to complete as many blocks of classrooms as possible before Schools in the State resume back to session.
To this end, the Governor through the State Universal Basic Education Board, SUBEB has in less than one year in office constructed over one hundred and thirty 130 blocks of classrooms across the State.
The blocks of classrooms so far completed and ready for use come in storey buildings with an average of eight classes, offices and convenience.
Some of the Schools that have so far benefited from the Gombe State Government’s drive to holistically reposition the education sector include Junior Secondary Schools Malam Inna, Nayinawa, Gelengu, Sangaru and Vocational Training Centre Nafada.
The Executive Chairman of the State Universal Basic Education Board , SUBEB Hon. Babaji Babadidi attributed the successes so far recorded in basic education in the State to Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya’s commitment towards revamping the sector for optimal productivity.
He said apart from the one hundred and thirty one blocks of classrooms so far completed in various communities across the State, some other forty three blocks of classrooms are at various stages of completion and will soon be ready for use.
Aside from the construction of blocks of classrooms, Governor Inuwa Yahaya has reconstructed the Teachers Training Centre in Kwami.
The Gombe SUBEB chairman said the centre is the first of its kind in the North East region of the Country and will be responsible for teachers training and retraining on modern teaching techniques and methodology.
Gombe state Governor, Alhaji Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has congratulated the Chief Executive Officer of Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) Plc and illustrious son of Gombe state, Alhaji Haruna Jalo-Waziri on his nomination and appointment as the representative of the global community of central securities depositories (CSD) on the Operating Committee of the International Securities Services Association (ISSA).
Governor Yahaya said the appointment is a great feat and a call to service.
He descired Jalo-waziri as a financial expert of reputable standing and global recognition who remains a good ambassador of Gombe state and a source of inspiration for the younger generations.
He said the Government and people of Gombe state are elated with his appointment by the world’s largest central securities depositories, global custodians and securities transaction services banks.
The Governor expressed confidence in the ability of the CSCS’ Chief executive to bring to bear his wealth of experience in promoting and engendering efficiency in the global security services industry.
An illustrious son of Gombe, Alhaji Jalo-Waziri has three decades hands-on experience across multiple financial disciplines, with a career spanning Investment Banking, Securities Trading, Pension Funds Administration and conventional Asset Management, Business development and Regulation. He is an award-winning Executive, with reputable track record in leading successful start-ups and business transformations.
The Operating Committee of the ISSA is the pivotal Committee saddled with the responsibility of providing technical support and execution to the Executive Board of ISSA, with Headquarters in Switzerland, in proposing, executing and managing work projects aimed at advancing securities services globally.
Despite the Coronavirus Pandamic which has literally slowed down economies across the world, the Gombe State Government appears determined to complete as many blocks of classrooms as possible before Schools in the State resume back to session.
To this end, the Governor through the State Universal Basic Education Board SUBEB has in less than one year in office constructed a total of one hundred and thirty one 131 blocks of classrooms across the State.
The blocks of classrooms so far completed and ready for use come in storey buildings with an average of eight classes, offices and convenience.
Some of the Schools that have so far benefited from the Gombe State Government’s drive to holistically reposition the Education sector include Junior Secondary Schools Malam Inna, Nayinawa, Gelengu, Sangaru and Vocational Training Centre Nafada.
The Executive chairman of the State Universal Basic Education Board , SUBEB Hon. Babaji Babadidi attributed the successes so far recorded in Basic Education in the State to Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya’s commitment towards revamping the sector for optimal productivity.
He said apart from the one hundred and thirty one blocks of classrooms so far completed in various communities across the State, some other forty three blocks of classrooms are at various stages of completion and will soon be ready for use.
Aside from the construction of blocks of classrooms, the Governor Mohammed Inuwa Yahaya has constructed Teachers Training Centre in Kwami. The Gombe SUBEB chairman said the centre is the first of its kind in the North Eastern region of the Country will be responsible for teachers training and retraining on modern teaching techniques and methodology.
…extends stay at home order for civil servants on levels 1-12
Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has extended the 2-weeks stay at home directive issued to Gombe state civil servants on grade levels 1-12 by another 2-weeks from today, 14th April, 2020.
However, civil servants on essential services, such as security men, health workers, electricity and water workers and the likes are to continue with their duties.
Meanwhile, Governor Inuwa Yahaya will later today Tuesday address the state on covid-19 response in Gombe state.
The state wide address will be broadcast live by 2: pm on all radio stations in the state and via the social media platforms.
…calls for sustained prayers against covid-19 pandemic, other challenges
Gombe state Governor, Alhaji Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has felicitated with the Christian community on the occasion of this year’s Easter celebration, calling on the faithful to use the period to pray for continious peace, stability and end to the covid-19 pandemic.
He said although this year’s Easter celebration is coming when the world is going through difficult times occasioned by the coronavirus pandemic, its consequential restrictions and economic downturn, the season provides an opportunity for unity of purpose, reinforcement of bond of brotherhood and dedication in service to God and humanity as exemplified by Jesus Christ.
He noted that Easter symbolises love, sacrifice, service to God and country as well as triumph of good over evil, urging the people to always reflect on the lessons and significance of the season and demonstrate same in their lives.
“On this occasion of Easter feast, I want to enjoin our Christian brothers and sisters in Gombe State and the world over to continue to promote peace and good neighbourliness ”.
” I want to also urge you to remain steadfast in prayers and continue to sacrifice for the good and advancement of our dear state”.
” I also call on you to continue to pray fervently against the Covid -19 pandemic that is threatening humanity and its means of livelihood”.
“We are indeed in a trying moment but I am optimistic that with collective commitment, sacrifice and by turning to God through prayers we shall overcome the trial and emerge stronger”.
Governor Yahaya said although there is no recorded case of coronavirus in the state, Government has taken necessary steps and put measures in place for the containment of the dreaded global pandemic and mitigation of its impact.
“As you celebrate the Easter, I call on you to be mindful and observe the Covid- 19 protocols of social distancing, hand sanitizing and other protective and preventive measures”.
Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe state today received the trio of Dr.Yunusa Muhammad Garba of the Human Anatomy Department, Gombe state University; Aliyu Hassan, a graduate of Mechatronics Engineering and Usman Dalhatu, a 200 level student of Mechanical Engineering at ABU Zaria all of whom are illustrious sons of Gombe state who have been trending in the media for producing a locally made Ventilator to support the ongoing battle against the coronavirus pandemic.
Governor Yahaya pledged the support of his administration to the young innovators to achieve their dreams and even obtain the patent to produce more for the world.
” I commend you for this Innovation and guarantee you of my support and that of my administration in this your endeavor. We are indeed proud of you”.
The Governor directed the Secretary to the state Government and the Commissioner of Science, Technology and Innovation to liaise with the Presidential Taskforce on Covid-19 and the Federal Ministry of Science and Technology respectively as well as other relevant agencies and organisations with a view to attracting patronage for the young inventors.
He said with the Gombe industrial park in the offing, young scientists and innovators will have a platform to leverage on and showcase themselves and their products to the world.
Governor Yahaya noted that ” if we can go back to the rudiments, pursue and improve on what we have, we can be like Japan and China who utilized their local talent to achieve greatness. We have the brains and intellectual resources to become a reference point like other developed nations”.
The Commissioner of Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr. Aishatu Umar Maigari and senior officials of her ministry accompanied the 3 young investors to the Governor’s office.
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