Buni Appoints Goje as Yobe State Secretary to Government

On [date not specified], Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni swore in Dr. Mohammed Goje as the substantive Secretary to the State Government (SSG) at a ceremony in the Government House, Damaturu. Alongside Goje, 13 other appointees were inaugurated, including five special advisers, four permanent secretaries, two chairmen of commissions, and the chairman of the Teaching Service Board.

Governor Buni highlighted that the appointments were based on merit, competence, and loyalty, aiming to blend experienced individuals with young professionals to address the demands of a digital world. He praised Dr. Goje, who had been acting as SSG since April 29, 2026, for his dedication and effectiveness.

The new special advisers include Alhaji Saleh Suleiman and Hon. Abdu Mamman Zoto, among others. Buni urged the appointees to prioritize collective interests and expressed gratitude to the former SSG, Alhaji Baba Malam Wali, for his contributions.

He reaffirmed his commitment to ongoing legacy projects and institutional reforms as his administration approaches its final phase.