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| Yobe Speaker, Chiroma Buba Mashio |
From JOE Hemba
In a surprising turn of events, the Speaker of the Yobe State House of Assembly, Buba Chiroma Mashio, has vehemently denied rumors of receiving a blank list of commissioner nominees from Governor Mai Mala Buni.
The Speaker in and exclusive interview with IMPACTONLINENIGERIA in Damaturu on Tuesday said “it is unthinkable for people to make false speculations that we received and empty lists of commissioner nominees from the executive”.
The Speaker clarified that the first batch of names submitted to the Assembly contained some names which are sent to the Department of Secret Services(DSS) waiting clearance.
Amidst Rumors and Speculations:
Reports had circulated earlier this week suggesting that Governor Mai Mala Buni in a bid to beat the 60 days constitutional dateline to form an executive council sent in a letter to the State House House of Assembly which was supposed to be a comprehensive list of commissioner nominees but allegations filtered in that the letter was just a gimmick to mislead the people as it was alleged to be blank with no names.
IMPACTONLINENIGERIA gathered that another rumor that sparked discussions among politicians, citizens, and the media was the concerns that the Speaker at their last emergency plenary sitting last Friday only announced the receipt of the letter from the governor without reading the content thus raising more suspicions.
The Speaker's Bold Clarification:
When IMPACTONLINENIGERIA met Mr. Mashio today at the State Assembly Complex response to the rumours, he emphatically stated, "The news of a blank list is entirely false and misleading. We received a list of first bat of commissioner nominees from His Excellency, Governor Mai Mala Buni. The list encompasses individuals with diverse backgrounds and expertise, ready to contribute to the progress of Yobe State."
Awaiting Security Clearance:
Speaker Mashio further disclosed that the Assembly was currently in the process of vetting the first batch of commissioner nominees. However, a delay in the confirmation process was due to the Assembly's commitment to ensuring that all nominees pass through proper security clearance by the secret police.
"The security and welfare of our citizens are of paramount importance," asserted the Speaker. "We want to assure the people of Yobe that we are taking all necessary measures to conduct thorough background checks on each nominee before their confirmation. This is a standard procedure to guarantee the integrity of our state's leadership."
A Unified Vision for Progress:
The Speaker also expressed the Assembly's determination to maintain a collaborative working relationship with the executive arm of the government to achieve the state's developmental goals. "As representatives of the people, we remain united in our commitment to advancing Yobe State's prosperity. We will work closely with Governor Buni to ensure that only the most qualified and credible candidates are entrusted with leading various ministries," he affirmed.
As the dust settles on the rumors of a blank list of commissioner nominees, Speaker Buba Chiroma Mashio's bold and transparent clarification has provided clarity and reassurance to the citizens of Yobe State. With the Assembly's unwavering commitment to security clearance procedures, the state can look forward to a team of competent and dedicated commissioners poised to contribute to the growth and development of Yobe, fostering a brighter future for all.
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