The Jigawa State House of Assembly has urged the Local Government Service Commission to enforce strict disciplinary measures against local government staff found guilty of misconduct, warning that failure to do so could undermine governance at the grassroots.
Chairman of the Assembly’s Committee on Local Government, Hon. Aminu Zakari, made the call on Friday after a two-day oversight visit to the commission’s office in Dutse, the state capital. Zakari, who represents Gwiwa Constituency, emphasized the need for decisive action to deter inefficiency and protect the system from stagnation.
“Disciplinary measures must always be taken against any local government staff found wanting, without fear or favour, to protect the system from stagnation,” Zakari said.
He also urged the commission to strengthen administrative and financial record-keeping, stressing that effective documentation is essential to curb corruption and set a solid standard for local government administrators across the state.
The lawmaker suggested convening a joint meeting between the committee, the Ministry for Local Government, and the Local Government Service Commission to resolve persistent staff-related issues and improve administration.
Responding, the Chairman of the Jigawa State Local Government Service Commission, Uba Ringim—represented by Permanent Commissioner II, Ali Jahun—welcomed the committee’s recommendations and assured that they would be implemented to enhance service delivery.
Permanent Secretary of the Commission, Lawal Muhammad, admitted that challenges such as ghost workers, absenteeism, and lapses in administration remain pressing issues. He, however, stressed that stronger collaboration among stakeholders is key to safeguarding the system.
“This joint approach signals a renewed effort towards better local government administration and improved public service in Jigawa State,” Muhammad noted.
Jigawa, with 27 local government areas, has struggled with recurring concerns of inefficiency, corruption, and poor accountability—issues the Assembly insists must be urgently addressed to restore public trust in grassroots governance.
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