Just In: Governor Zulum Sacks All Commissioners, Dissolves Borno Executive Council
Babagana Zulum, governor of Borno State, has dismissed all commissioners in his cabinet, effectively dissolving the state’s executive council.
In a statement issued on Monday, Bukar Tijani, secretary to the state government, said the commissioners have been directed to hand over the affairs of their respective ministries to permanent secretaries on or before Friday, April 3, 2026.
According to the statement, the move is intended to create an enabling environment for council members who may wish to contest elective positions in the forthcoming general elections.
“The governor has therefore directed all commissioners to hand over the affairs of their respective ministries to the Permanent Secretaries on or before Friday, April 3, 2026,” the statement read.
Governor Zulum also expressed appreciation to the outgoing commissioners for their dedication, commitment, and contributions to the development of Borno State.
The development follows a broader trend across several states, where governors have asked political appointees seeking elective office to resign by March 31, in compliance with the amended Electoral Act.