By Umar Faruk
Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State, Nigeria - September 11, 2025 (Series News Online)
In a shocking development, Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has ordered the immediate suspension of the Commissioner for Health, Comrade Yunusa Musa Isma'il, pending further notice. The suspension was announced in a statement by the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Yakubu Bala Tafida, on Thursday.
According to the statement, the suspension is due to dereliction of duty, and the Commissioner has been instructed to provide cogent reasons as to why disciplinary measures should not be taken against him. "The Governor has directed the Commissioner to show cause why disciplinary actions should not be taken against him for negligence of duty and disregard to his mandate as the Commissioner for Health," the statement read.
The suspension has sent shockwaves through the state's health sector, with many wondering what led to the drastic measure. While details of the alleged dereliction of duty are still sketchy, sources close to the matter hinted that the Commissioner's performance had been under scrutiny for some time.
The Kebbi State Government has promised to provide more information on the matter as investigations unfold. For now, the suspended Commissioner's responsibilities will be handled by other officials in the Ministry of Health.
The development underscores Governor Nasir's commitment to ensuring accountability and transparency in his administration. As the situation continues to unfold, one thing is certain - the people of Kebbi State will be watching closely to see how this matter is resolved.
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