Group Petitions National Hajj Commission Over Re-instatement Of Usman Kumo

BY NAJIB SANI, GOMBE

A petition has been submitted to the chairman/CEO of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) over reinstatement of Usman Ardo Kumo into the commission despite his alleged voluntary resignation to pursue political ambition.

The petition, written by a pressure group ‘Civil Integrity Initiative’, and signed by its leader, Musa J. Kumo, a copy issued to our correspondent yesterday in Gombe alleged that the director administration of the commission, Babagana Bukar facilitated the improper reinstatement and posting of Usman Ardo Kumo to the Federal Civil Service and NAHCON.

According to the petition, Kumo resigned from the Federal Civil Service on two separate occasions, first in 2019 to join the All-Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) and later in 2023 to join the All Progressives Congress (APC).

It says these actions allegedly violate Public Service Rules 030402(g) and 030423, which prohibit serving civil servants from engaging in active political pursuits.

The petition further claims that Bukar, who was then Director of Administration at the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) concealed information about Kumo’s resignation, enabling his eventual return to the civil service.

The petitioners demand a comprehensive investigation into the matter, disciplinary action, and an immediate review of Kumo’s employment status.

This is even as they threatened to pursue legal action if their demands are not met within seven days.
[3:25 AM, 1/25/2025] Najib Sani: Dattuwa’s Appointment As ITF Chairman, A Well-Deserved Recognition-Alabura

BY NAJIB SANI, GOMBE

The Gombe state prominent entrepreneur and chief executive officer of Alabura Construction Limited, Hassan Alabura, has described the appointment of the All Progressive Congress (APC) national deputy financial secretary, Dattuwa Ali Kumo, as the chairman, Governing Board of Industrial Training Fund (ITF) by President Bola Tinubu as a well-deserved recognition.

In a press statement on Saturday, Alabura said Kumo’s appointment was a confirmation of his exceptional leadership qualities, dedication to national development, and commitment to the welfare of the people.

“We are thrilled to hear about Kumo’s appointment as chairman of the ITF Governing Board. This appointment is a well-deserved recognition of his tireless efforts to promote development and growth,” he said.

Alabura expressed his confidence that Kumo will make valuable contributions to the ITF, driving meaningful growth to the nation and development in industrial training.

He added that Kumo’s appointment is a plus to the APC, given “his loyalty, hard work, generosity and popularity”.