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Jigawa State Governor, Malam Umar A. Namadi, has officially sworn in five newly appointed special advisers to strengthen his administration’s efforts in delivering good governance.
The appointees and their portfolios include Abdulkadir Bala Umar T.O., Special Adviser on Special Duties; Uzairu Nadabo, Special Adviser on Export Processing Zones (EPZ); and Ado Local, Special Adviser on Trade and Commerce.
Others are Musa Shu’aibu Guri, Special Adviser on Revenue, and Sa’idu Umar, Special Adviser on Nutrition.
The governor emphasised the importance of integrity, perseverance, and dedication to duty.
He urged the advisers to uphold the responsibilities entrusted to them with utmost sincerity, as their roles are critical to achieving the administration’s objectives.
The governor reminded them of the sacred oath they had taken, stressing that they would be held accountable both in this life and on the Day of Judgment.
He further advised them to use their previous experiences and qualifications to serve the state effectively and ensure the betterment of the people.
In other news, the Lagos State Chapter of the Poultry Association of Nigeria has commended the state government for its initiative to subsidize feed within the poultry industry, a move that is expected to alleviate financial burdens on farmers.
Mojeed Iyiola, Chairman of the PAN Lagos State Chapter, offered his praise on Monday during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria, commending the relevant efforts.The chairman acknowledged that the steep increase in feed material costs was one of the primary factors restricting the sector’s growth and limiting its productivity potential.
His appreciation extended to the Lagos State Government for taking the initiative to address the pressing issues confronting poultry and fish farmers within the state.
“As an association in 2025, all we are trying to do is to find a way of reducing the cost of production, so that the end-product from the poultry industry will be within the reach of the masses.