Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has approved the appointment of 19 new permanent secretaries and the redeployment of 14 serving ones across Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) in the state civil service. The announcement was made on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, by the state Head of Civil Service, Hajiya Bilkisu Shehu-Maimota, through a statement signed by the Director of Public Enlightenment, Rukayya Uba-Sulaiman.
New Appointments and Redeployments Announced
The statement confirmed that the new appointments follow the recent promotion of qualified directors to the rank of permanent secretary. This move is aimed at strengthening government operations and improving service delivery across all state agencies. The redeployment of the 14 serving permanent secretaries is part of a broader effort to reposition the civil service for greater efficiency under the current administration.
According to the statement, the postings take immediate effect. All handover processes between outgoing and incoming officers are expected to be concluded no later than Wednesday, August 12, 2026. This deadline ensures a smooth transition and continuity in governance.
Governor's Directive for Efficiency
The statement conveyed the governor's approval directly, noting that the exercise was designed to re-strengthen the machinery of government for effective and efficient service delivery. It read: "The posting follows the recent upliftment of some deserving Directors to the position of Permanent Secretaries, which was aimed at re-strengthening the machinery of Government for an effective and efficient service delivery."
Newly appointed permanent secretaries were urged to carry out their duties with diligence and competence in support of the government's broader objectives. Uba-Sulaiman described the appointments as a call to greater responsibility and selfless service to the people of Kano State, as reported by Punch and Vanguard.
Background: Land Title Distribution to Aides
This development comes just days after Governor Yusuf distributed plot-of-land title documents to members of his support staff on Saturday, August 1, 2026. The governor described the exercise as a deliberate effort to reduce the housing deficit and build lasting wealth for working families. The beneficiaries spanned five categories: Senior Special Assistants, Senior Special Reporters, Special Assistants, Special Reporters, and Personal Assistants.
The recent appointments and redeployments underscore the governor's commitment to enhancing the efficiency of the state's civil service. By bringing in fresh leadership and repositioning experienced officers, the administration aims to improve service delivery across all sectors, ultimately benefiting the people of Kano State.
The state government has not released the full list of the new appointees, but the announcement marks a significant administrative reshuffle. All eyes are now on the affected officers to ensure a seamless handover and the continued implementation of government policies.
