Bauchi state governor, senator Bala Mohammed has on Wednesday, inaugurated 17 new permanent secretaries, with a warning on them to avoid corruption.

Mohammed stated that his administration would not tolerate any form of financial impropriety or abuse of office.

He called on the permanent secretaries to resist temptations to compromise their integrity and to be loyal to the government.

The governor described the appointment of the new permanent secretaries as beginning of a new phase in his administration, with the permanent secretaries expected to play a crucial role in driving the government’s agenda and improving the lives of the people.

The governor emphasized the importance of the occasion, stating that it was not just a ceremony but a declaration of commitment to strengthening the government and ensuring the efficient functioning of the local government council.

He commended the dedication and loyalty of the permanent secretaries, acknowledging their invaluable contribution to the development of the state.

Mohammed stressed the need for the institution to fight corruption and emphasized that the appointment and evaluation of senior government officials would be based on merit, inclusiveness, and secularism.

He expressed confidence in the abilities of the newly sworn-in permanent secretaries, citing their competence, discipline, and integrity.

On his part, the Chief of Staff urged the permanent secretaries to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, noting that they were now custodians of public resources and drivers of administrative processes.

He emphasized the need for them to provide sound advice, ensure effective implementation of government policies, and improve service delivery.

The event was attended by dignitaries, including the Chief of Staff, Head of Service, Principal Secretary, members of the National Assembly, and other officials.