Writing Bu Usman MZ; Editing By Safiyah Abdulkadir
Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa has warned the newly elected local council officials against land grabbing.
He stated this at the inauguration of the Chairmen and their Deputies at government house Dutse, the state capital.
“Let me make it clear to you that land issue is a sole responsibility of the government, unless the governor authorises you, stay away from land allocation and distribution, else you go to jail,”
Malam Umar Namadi also enjoined the new officials to always remain in their respective councils to enable them to serve their people effectively.
He warned that his administration would not condone council chairmen living outside their duty posts.
“You must remain in your duty posts no matter the condition and do your best to serve you people
The Governor further reminded the chairmen that their assumption of office is based on trust, adding that they would account to God how they governed their people on the day of judgement.
“It is important for you to note that effective management of local government will determine the success of our party, the APC at the grassroots, state and national levels”
“I urge you to govern with utmost fear of God, take care of the people at the grassroots, govern with tansparency and honesty, as the resources at your disposal belongs to the people,”
While wishing the officials successful tenure in office, Umar Namadi advised them to carry everyone along in discharging their duties.
Responding on behalf of the Chairmen, Dr Muhammad Uba, the Chairman, Birnin Kudu Local Government Council commended Governor Umar Namadi for his support.
He pledged to do their best towards promoting government’s policies and programmes for sustainable social and economic development of the state.
USMAN MZ
