Governor Umar Namadi Issues Resignation Ultimatum to Jigawa Appointees Over Neglect of Grassroots Welfare

Governor Umar Namadi issues a stern ultimatum to Jigawa political appointees, demanding they prioritize grassroots welfare and support the public or quit.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 20, 2026, 3:34 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Daily Post Nigeria

The Enforcement of People-Centered Governance

Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State has issued a definitive directive to all political appointees, mandating a shift toward grassroots welfare as a non-negotiable policy of his administration. During a high level stakeholders’ meeting held Sunday at the Government House Banquet Hall in Dutse, Namadi asserted that the primary function of his officials is to promote unity and mutual support. This executive order seeks to align the conduct of political office holders with the administration’s core philosophy of humanitarian service and responsive leadership.

A Direct Ultimatum to Resign

In a blunt assessment of current administrative performance, Governor Namadi challenged appointees who claim they lack the personal or official means to provide aid to the public. He dismissed these excuses, stating that anyone who feels they earn nothing to use in supporting the citizenry should resign immediately. The governor emphasized that public office is not a platform for personal accumulation but a position of trust that demands sacrifice and a tangible commitment to improving the living conditions of the state’s residents.

Addressing Growing Public Dissatisfaction

The governor’s stern warning follows a surge in formal and informal complaints from the public regarding the behavior of certain office holders. Many citizens have accused appointees of being unreachable and unwilling to provide assistance, despite the benefits they receive from their government roles. Namadi’s intervention is a direct response to this perceived disconnect, aiming to bridge the gap between the executive branch and the common man by enforcing a culture of accountability among his subordinates.