Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Muhammad, on Monday, paid a surprise visit to the Abubakar Umar State Secretariat to monitor the activities of the civil service in order to get firsthand information about the civil servants.
The visit demonstrated the Governor’s commitment to creating a productive work environment for civil servants, as the unannounced visit allowed him to assess the working conditions of the state employees.
During his visit, Governor Muhammad also inspected the Auditorial Building in the State Secretariat, reflecting his dedication to ensuring that government facilities are well-maintained and equipped to support the efficient delivery of public services.
As a seasoned administrator, Bala Muhammad understands the importance of a conducive work environment in driving productivity and efficiency. His surprise visit was a clear indication of his resolve to reform and revitalize the state’s bureaucracy.
The Governor, who inspected some offices, lamented the poor turnout of Commissioners, Permanent Secretaries, and other Senior Civil Servants to work at the time he visited, directing that henceforth, he will not take it lightly with anyone found wanting in the discharge of his/her duties, no matter how highly placed.
He warned Commissioners and Permanent Secretaries, as drivers of the Civil Service, to sit up and get to see the other side of him.
The Governor waited and observed his Asar (afternoon) prayers at the Secretariat Mosque, where he enjoined civil servants to be just and fair in the discharge of their duties by always reporting to their duty posts on time for improved productivity and efficiency, and effective service delivery.
While addressing journalists on the unscheduled visit, the Governor said that it was to afford him the opportunity to confirm what he had been hearing about attitudes to work, warning that any government official who failed to abide by work ethics will be dealt with in accordance with the civil service rules and regulations.
The State Head of Civil Service, Yahuza Adamu Haruna, appreciated the Governor for the visit and urged civil servants to reciprocate the gesture by reporting to work on time and closing as and when due.
Under Bala Muhammad’s leadership, the state has witnessed significant reforms aimed at improving the lives of its citizens, from investing in education and healthcare to upgrading infrastructure and promoting economic empowerment, through which the Governor has demonstrated his commitment to transformative governance.
The Governor’s surprise visit to the State Secretariat was a testament to his hands-on approach to governance and his determination to ensure that his administration’s policies and programs are effectively implemented.
By prioritizing the welfare and working conditions of civil servants, the Governor is sending a strong message about his commitment to good governance and public service excellence.
