The Gombe State House of Assembly has screened and confirmed Aishatu Maigari as a substantive commissioner following her nomination by the executive governor of Gombe State Alhaji Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya as part of efforts to restructure the state’s Executive Council.
Her confirmation followed the governor’s submission of her name alongside those of other commissioner nominees to the House of Assembly for screening in accordance with constitutional provisions.
The confirmation marks another chapter in Maigari’s public service career under the administration of Governor Inuwa Yahaya, having previously served in key positions in the state cabinet.
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Maigari was first appointed Commissioner for Science, Technology and Innovation in 2019, a position she held until 2022.
Following a cabinet reshuffle by Governor Inuwa Yahaya in 2022, she was redeployed to the Ministry of Education, where she served as Commissioner for Education until 2023.
After the governor secured a second term in office, she was reappointed and continued to head the Ministry of Education from 2023 until 2026, when the governor dissolved the State Executive Council as part of plans to reconstitute the cabinet.
Her latest screening and confirmation by the House of Assembly clears the way for her return to the cabinet following her reappointment by Governor Inuwa Yahaya.
Over the years, Maigari has earned recognition for her contributions to public service, particularly in the education and science sectors.
During her tenure, she participated in the implementation of government policies aimed at improving education delivery, promoting innovation and strengthening institutional development in Gombe State.
Beyond her official responsibilities, Maigari is widely regarded by supporters and political associates as a grassroots politician who has maintained close contact with her constituents through various empowerment initiatives and community engagement programmes.
Supporters say she has consistently demonstrated commitment to improving the welfare of ordinary citizens through interventions targeted at women, youths and vulnerable groups across communities.
She has also been described by colleagues, associates and supporters as a leader who maintains cordial working relationships with employees at all levels. Those who have worked with her say she is approachable, encourages teamwork and promotes cooperation among both junior and senior staff in the various ministries where she has served.
Political observers believe her reappointment reflects Governor Inuwa Yahaya’s confidence in her experience and administrative capacity as the administration seeks to strengthen governance and accelerate the implementation of its development agenda.
The reconstitution of the State Executive Council is expected to inject fresh momentum into the government’s programmes and policies, with the newly confirmed commissioners expected to contribute their experience toward improving service delivery and socio-economic development across Gombe State.