Kebbi Gov. Appoints Ex HOS Bena SA on Civil Service matters

 


Alhaji Safiyanu Garba Bena former HOS,now Special Adviser to Kebbi State Governor on civil service matters.


From Aminu umar Bukkuyum 


Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, on Thursday announced the appointment of the outgoing Head of Service (HOS), Alhaji Safiyanu Garba Bena, as his Special Adviser on Civil Service Matters in Council.

Governor Idris made the announcement during a valedictory session organized to bid farewell to Bena as he retires from the civil service.

The Governor, represented by his Deputy, Senator Umar Abubakar Tafida, emphasized that Bena’s appointment was in recognition of his outstanding and unblemished service to the state.

Dr. Idris praised Bena’s significant contributions to the rejuvenation and transformation of the state’s civil service, stating, “Today is a historic day as we bid farewell to an exceptional leader, a visionary, and a champion of civil service reforms."

"He has left an indelible legacy in the state's civil service," the Governor added.

Reflecting on Bena's tenure, Dr. Idris remarked, “His journey has been transformative, marked by innovation, dedication, and selflessness. His reforms have modernized the civil service, fostering a culture of efficiency, honesty, and accountability."

The Governor noted that these reforms had improved service delivery, enhanced capacity building, and empowered civil servants to perform more effectively. 

He further highlighted that Bena's impact extended beyond policies, as he had embedded a new generation of public servants with values of integrity, professionalism, and dedication.

In his remarks,Bena described the day as epochal in his life, stating, “To every beginning, there is an end. There is a time to go to bed, and there is a time to wake up. There is a time to be born, and there is a time to die.”

He emphasized that the civil service is the engine room of any government, where policies and programs are implemented to improve the lives of citizens. 

Bena expressed deep fulfillment in his service to the state and commended Governor Idris for his unwavering support, which allowed him to execute his duties effectively and efficiently.

The outgoing HOS described Dr. Idris as the most worker-friendly Governor the state has ever had, applauding him for settling retired workers' gratuities and ensuring prompt salary payments, making Kebbi State one of the few that does not owe gratuities.

He further extended his appreciation to the civil servants of the state and the media for their support during his tenure as head of civil service in the state.

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Just in: Alleged Poor performance Zamfara North begins move to recall Senator Sahabi Ya'u

Image
  Senator Sahabi Alhaji Ya'u, representing Zamfara North Senatorial district. From our reporter The concern people of Zamfara north senatorial district have began preparation for the possible recall of Senator Sahabi Alhaji Yau as collection of signatures has started,saying they have dissatisfied with the alleged senator's poor performance. In a  press statement issued in Gusau on Wednesday evening,signed by Bello Muhammad Shinkafi and Abubakar Sani Zurmi said the move was initiated as part of strategy for check and balance as it relates to lawmakers elected by the people. They said the move to recall Senator Sahabi Ya’u was an initiation design to demonstrate the dissatisfaction of the people of the Senatorial District about Sahabi’s poor performance at the 10th National Assembly. "The Zamfara North Senatorial Constituency comprises Kaura Namoda, Birnin Magaji, Zurmi and Shinkafi local governments". “Unlike before when  the senator used to do some little effort
Read more

Only unemployed characters interested in NNPP logo change - N/W Chairman

Image
Attahiru Ahmed Gusau  The North West zonal chairman of New Nigeria People's Party (NNPP) Alhaji Sani Danmasani  has disclosed that the party belongs to elected members, alleged  that only unemployed characters around Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso were interested on NNPP change of logo. In a release issued on Saturday evening by the NNPP North West Zonal Chairman Alhaji Sani Danmasani revealed that the illegal approval of Kwankwasiya logo,colour and slogans against NNPP personal property shall not be sustain  indue course of time noted that cases are in court. He said senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso can not be addressed as leader of NNPP, whereas he was a failure in the last 2023 presidential election," we guess the era is over really". According to him,at the moment the leader of NNPP is Senator KAWU ISMAILA  and Dr Aniebonam Boniface okechukwu is the founder and chairman board of trustees  Other principal officers shall include but not limited to Gilbert Agbo Major as the national c
Read more

Don't politicize Community Protection Guards - Marafa warns Zamfara Gov.

Image
  Senator Kabiru Garba Marafa while addressing newsmen at his residence, Yandoton Daji town. Ahmed Attahir Senator Kabiru Garba Marafa has warned Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara state not to politicize the newly established community protection Guards (CPG'S) in the state. Marafa gave the warning in an interview with newsmen at his home town Yandoton Daji on Tuesday evening shortly after the funeral prayer of one Magaji Lawali a closed alley to the senator who was allegedly torture to died by CPG's in the state. He called on Governor Dauda Lawal to as a matter of urgency check mate the activities of those recruited as community protection Guards and their heads before their activities goes out of hand in the state. According to senator Marafa, late Magaji Lawali's body was discovered blood coming out of his nose and ear,which he suspected that the victim died as a result of tortured he received from CPG's members in the state. He advised that those recruited as CP
Read more