September 8, 2025 – Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto, PhD, FCNA, FCIT, has approved the establishment of a committee to oversee the recruitment of qualified indigenes into the State Civil Service.
The move, according to the Governor, is aimed at reducing unemployment and tackling youth restiveness, which he described as major factors contributing to the rising issue of informants’ syndrome and worsening insecurity in the State.
The Governor explained that the decision was necessary to provide opportunities for young people and strengthen public service delivery. “This recruitment process is part of our commitment to address insecurity by creating jobs for our youths,” he stated.
The newly formed committee has Alh. Jelani Kalgo as Chairman. Other members include Amb. Sahabi Isa Gada mni, Alh. Bature Shinkafi, Alh. Muh’d Bello Nagwari, Prof. Ladan Ala who is the Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Dr. Faruk A. Wurno, Commissioner for Health, the Permanent Secretary of the Civil Service Commission, the Permanent Secretary of the Local Governments Service Commission, and Barr. Gandi Umar Mohammad, mni, who will serve as Member and Secretary.
The committee was given specific terms of reference. These include developing criteria for selecting qualified candidates to fill existing vacancies in the State Ministries, Departments and Agencies, collating and examining applications, shortlisting candidates, and conducting interviews and assessments to determine eligibility. The committee is also expected to recommend suitable candidates for recruitment.
In addition, the committee must submit its report within one month from the date of its appointment, ensuring transparency and efficiency in the recruitment exercise that aims to promote employment and enhance security in Sokoto State.