In a bold move aimed at revitalizing governance and enhancing service delivery across Bauchi State, Governor Bala Mohammed has approved the appointment of 168 political aides across various categories. This development, confirmed in an official statement by the governor’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, is part of the administration’s broader agenda to deepen inclusivity and draw from a diverse pool of talents and experiences.
The newly appointed aides are spread across three major designations: Principal Special Assistants (PSAs), Special Assistants (SAs), and Personal Assistants (PAs), each expected to contribute meaningfully within specific sectors, ministries, and local government areas. According to the statement, the appointments are not just political gestures but strategic deployments to bolster the state’s development goals and ensure that key government policies resonate at the grassroots level.
Governor Mohammed, who is serving his second term in office, has consistently advocated for inclusive governance and capacity-driven leadership. This latest batch of appointees, drawn from various communities, interest groups, and professional backgrounds, reflects his administration’s commitment to giving every segment of the society a voice in government operations.
Observers believe that this development is in line with the governor’s promise to run a government that is people-centered and accessible. Some of the new aides are expected to play key roles in mobilizing communities, monitoring project execution, enhancing public feedback mechanisms, and bridging the gap between government and citizens.
Critics, however, have raised concerns about the cost implications of such a large number of aides, especially at a time when many states are grappling with financial challenges. But supporters of the administration argue that the benefits of improved grassroots engagement, supervision of public service delivery, and youth empowerment far outweigh the costs.
The appointments come at a time when Bauchi State is embarking on several reform-oriented projects in education, healthcare, agriculture, and infrastructure. Stakeholders are hopeful that with these additional hands, Governor Bala Mohammed will accelerate the pace of development and consolidate the gains of his administration's first term.
With the list of appointees expected to be made public soon, political watchers are keen to see how the new aides will align with the administration’s vision and whether their involvement will translate into tangible improvements in the lives of ordinary citizens.