By Abiola Olawale
Borno State Governor Professor Babagana Umara Zulum has officially dissolved the State Executive Council.
The directive, which takes immediate effect, results in the dismissal of all commissioners and several key political appointees across the state.
Zulum’s directive mandated all affected cabinet members to hand over the affairs of their respective ministries to the Permanent Secretaries.
He also directed all commissioners to hand over the affairs of their respective ministries to permanent secretaries on or before Friday, April 3.
The decision, according to a statement issued on Monday by the Secretary to the State Government, Bukar Tijani, is aimed at providing an enabling environment for council members who may wish to contest elective positions in the forthcoming general elections.
“The decision is to provide an enabling environment for any member of the council who may wish to contest elective positions in the forthcoming general elections,” the statement read.
“Governor Zulum 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.
“Governor Zulum expressed his profound appreciation to the outgoing Commissioners for their dedication, commitment, and invaluable contributions to the development and service of the people of Borno State,” the statement read.
