Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umaru Radda, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing four distinguished sons of the state into strategic federal positions.
He described the appointments as “a proud moment for Katsina state,” highlighting the recognition as a testament to both the individual merits of the appointees and the wealth of leadership talent Katsina contributes to the nation.
The appointees include Ibrahim Shehu Shema, Kabir Abdullahi Barkiya, Alhaji Abdullahi Mohammed, and Sama’ila Audu.
Governor Radda particularly praised the appointment of Ibrahim Shehu Shema, a former two-term governor of the state, as Chairman of the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA).
He described it as a fitting tribute to Shema’s decades of service in governance and law.
On Kabir Abdullahi Barkiya’s appointment as Chairman of the Nigerian Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA), Radda noted that the former senator and accomplished engineer brings deep technical and policy expertise.
“He is exceptionally qualified to lead sustainable agricultural transformation across the country,” the Governor stated.
Alhaji Abdullahi Mohammed was named Executive Director (Finance & Administration) of the Nigeria–São Tomé and Príncipe Joint Development Authority (NSTPJDA).
Radda emphasized the significance of the role in managing strategic national resources in the Gulf of Guinea.
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“His presence at NSTPJDA will help ensure transparency and efficiency in a crucial national institution,” he said.
Meanwhile, Barr. Sama’ila Audu was appointed Executive Director, Administration of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF).
Governor Radda expressed confidence in Audu’s ability to enhance the agency’s responsiveness and accountability.
“With people like Barr. Audu in leadership, we can expect improved service delivery that benefits Nigerian workers,” he concluded.
Governor Radda affirmed that the appointments reflect positively on Katsina’s ongoing contributions to national development.
Radda said, ”On behalf of the Government and the good people of Katsina State, I heartily congratulate these four illustrious sons of our state. Their appointments bring pride to our people and promise of excellence to the offices they now hold. We pray for their success as they take on these important national assignments.”