RismadarVoice Reporters, April 22, 2026
The Bauchi State Government has directed all political appointees seeking elective positions in the forthcoming party primaries to resign their appointments by April 24, 2026.
The directive, issued in compliance with the Electoral Act 2026 (as amended), was contained in a statement released on Wednesday by the Governor’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mukhtar Gidado.
Gidado explained that the move is aimed at ensuring adherence to statutory provisions guiding the participation of public office holders in electoral processes.
“This directive is in line with statutory requirements governing the participation of public office holders in electoral processes and is aimed at ensuring full compliance with the law,” he said.
The government expressed appreciation to the affected appointees for their service and contributions to the development of the state, while wishing them success in their political ambitions.
It also directed all affected officials to hand over government property and official responsibilities to designated officers within their respective Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) before exiting office.
