Gombe Swears in 19 New Permanent Secretaries to Bolster Civil Service

Governor Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State inaugurated 19 new permanent secretaries in a move described as historic by local media. The appointments cover a range of ministries, from health to education, and are intended to strengthen the state’s civil service infrastructure. By bringing fresh leadership into key administrative positions, the governor aims to improve the efficiency and responsiveness of public service delivery. The ceremony underscored a broader pledge to modernize governance structures and enhance the quality of services available to residents. The new secretaries will take office immediately, setting the stage for a coordinated effort to address longstanding bureaucratic bottlenecks and to implement reforms across the state’s administrative apparatus.