Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has taken a significant step in reshaping the state's administration. He has dissolved the State Executive Council, a move that is expected to pave the way for some of the outgoing commissioners to contest in the 2027 general elections.
The decision was announced by Secretary to the Borno State Government Bukar Tijani in a statement shared on Facebook by Governor Zulum's spokesperson Dauda Illiya on Monday. According to the statement, Governor Zulum has directed all commissioners to hand over the affairs of their respective ministries to the Permanent Secretaries by Friday, April 3, 2026.
The development is in line with Nigeria's Electoral Act 2022, which requires political appointees seeking elective positions to resign before the elections. The law explicitly states that no political appointee at any level shall be a voting delegate or be voted for at the convention or congress of any political party for the nomination of candidates for any election.
Governor Zulum has expressed his gratitude to the outgoing commissioners for their dedication and commitment to the development and service of the people of Borno State.
Governor Zulum's decision to dissolve the State Executive Council is a strategic move that aligns with the Electoral Act 2022. By allowing outgoing commissioners to contest in the 2027 general elections, Governor Zulum is effectively paving the way for a possible shake-up in the state's administration. This development raises questions about the implications of this move on the state's governance and the potential impact on the people of Borno State. The fact that Governor Zulum is allowing outgoing commissioners to contest in the elections underscores the complexities of Nigeria's electoral laws and the challenges of navigating them. As the 2027 general elections draw near, this move by Governor Zulum is a significant development that will be closely watched by observers and stakeholders alike.
