By Lubabatu Mohammed kusherki
Right … The outgoing commissioner in a group picture with the permanent secretary of the Ministry
Honourable Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Niger State, Hon. Fatima Adamu, formally handed over the affairs of the Ministry to the Permanent Secretary, Mallam Habib Abdulkadir, following the dissolution of the State Executive Council by His Excellency, Governor Umar Bago.
During the handing over ceremony, Hon. Fatima Adamu expressed her gratitude to the Governor for the privilege of serving as Commissioner for Culture and Tourism. She also thanked her colleagues in the State Executive Council for their support, assistance, and encouragement throughout her tenure, which enabled her to achieve her goals.
Hon. Fatima Adamu further appreciated her political aides for their support and understanding, as well as the management staff of the Ministry, particularly the Permanent Secretary Mal. Habib Abdulkadir, for his mentorship, leadership, integrity, and good working relationship.
Upon taking over the affairs of the Ministry, Mal. Habib Abdulkadir praised the outgoing Commissioner, Hon. Fatima Adamu, for her outstanding performance and achievements during her tenure. He noted that the Ministry had been very effective and efficient during her time in office.
On behalf of the staff of the Ministry, Habib Abdulkadir thanked Hon. Fatima Adamu for her tireless efforts and collaboration with the Ministry’s staff. He prayed that Allah would guide and protect her in her future endeavors.
The Ministry of Culture and Tourism looks forward to building on the foundations laid by Hon. Fatima Adamu and continuing to promote the rich cultural heritage of Niger State.