Stand Firm with Your LGA in All Circumstances, Kano Deputy Governor Urges Chairmen
By Mustapha Salisu
Kano State Deputy Governor, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, has charged all 44 local government chairmen in the state to remain in their respective LGAs and overcome any challenges to effectively administer the affairs of their people.
Speaking during the opening ceremony of a workshop for LG chairmen, Directors of Personnel Management (DPMs), and secretaries at Kaduna State, Gwarzo, who also serves as the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, emphasized the importance of leadership and accountability.
The workshop, organized by the Ministry for Local Government & Chieftaincy Affairs in collaboration with the Administrative Staff College of Nigeria (ASCON) is themed “Leadership and Professional Ethics,” and it is designed to equip local government administrators with the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to make decisions rooted in integrity for the development of their LGAs.
Gwarzo reminded participants that local governments are the backbone of democracy, and their actions, decisions, and leadership directly impact their communities, the state, and the nation.
He urged the administrators to network, share knowledge, and adopt best practices to improve governance at the grassroots.
The Deputy Governor assured participants of his commitment to supporting the growth and development of all 44 LGAs in Kano State while commending Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for his steadfast dedication to human capital development, particularly at the local government level.
Speaking earlier, Chief Dr. Yomi Charle, Project Consultant from the Administrative Staff College of Nigeria (ASCON), highlighted the workshop’s focus areas: “Conflict Management” and “Qualities of a Leader.”
He stressed that conflict is inevitable in administration and urged leaders to develop skills for managing disputes while maintaining transparency and accountability in their roles.
Also speaking, Zubairu Hamza Masu, Chairman of the House Committee on Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, expressed satisfaction with the conduct of the workshop.
Speaking on behalf of the Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Jibril Ismail Falgore, Masu called on the Ministry of Local Government to organize a similar workshop involving members of the House and LG chairmen to ensure smooth administration in the state.
Participants shared their thoughts during the event. Dr. Mani Tsoho, Chairman of Gwarzo LGA, expressed gratitude to the Ministry and the consultants for addressing the workshop’s theme, particularly on conflict resolution.
Hajiya Sa’adatu Salisu Yusha’u, Chairman of Tudun Wada LGA, revealed she had gained valuable knowledge on how to secure and apply for development projects to benefit her community.
Other participants, including the chairmen of Warawa and Dambatta LGAs, also commended the workshop and pledged to apply the insights gained to improve governance and service delivery in their respective local government areas.
