Governor has dissolved the Gombe State Executive Council, directing all commissioners to hand over the affairs of their ministries on or before April 10, 2026.
The announcement was made on Wednesday by the Secretary to the State Government, , following an extraordinary council meeting convened to assess the administration’s performance midway into the governor’s second term.
According to Njodi, the meeting provided an opportunity for a comprehensive review of governance activities over the past two and a half years. He noted that the administration recorded significant achievements across critical sectors, describing the outcome of the assessment as positive.
Despite the reported successes, he explained that recent political developments ahead of the 2027 general elections informed the decision to dissolve the cabinet. He said the move is intended to create a level playing ground for members of the executive council and other political appointees who may wish to contest elective positions.
The SSG directed that all commissioners must hand over to their respective Permanent Secretaries not later than Friday, April 10, 2026. He also disclosed that other political office holders and aides aspiring to contest in the upcoming elections are required to resign within the same timeframe.
Njodi conveyed the governor’s appreciation to the outgoing council members for their service, loyalty, and contributions to the development of . He added that their efforts have driven notable progress in the state and wished them success in their future political and personal endeavors.
He further urged continued public support for the policies and programmes of the administration, reaffirming the government’s commitment to sustaining development across the state.
