Government House, Katsina 

Press Release

The Acting Governor of Katsina State, His Excellency, Malam Faruk Lawal Jobe, has expressed delight at the recent appointments of three distinguished sons of Katsina State to key federal positions by His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

Alhaji Aminu Bello Masari, CFR, has been appointed as the Chairman of the Board of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund). Alhaji Kabir Ibrahim Mashi (Kaigaman Katsina) has been named as the Federal Commissioner of the Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), while Mr. Abdullahi Alhassan Imam has been appointed as the Programme Manager of the National Cash Transfer Office.

In his congratulatory message, Acting Governor Jobe commended President Tinubu for recognizing the wealth of experience and leadership acumen that these appointees bring to their respective roles.

On Alhaji Masari's appointment, Malam Jobe noted, "Alhaji Masari's journey from Commissioner for Works, Housing and Transport in Katsina State to Speaker of the Nigerian House of Representatives, and his recent tenure as the two-term Governor of Katsina State, speaks volumes about his capacity to lead and innovate. His academic accolades and international recognitions further affirm his status as a leader of global repute."

Speaking on Alhaji Kabir Ibrahim Mashi's appointment, the Acting Governor Jobe highlighted his previous role as the Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), stating, "Alhaji Mashi's experience in revenue mobilization will be invaluable in his new role at RMAFC."

On Mr. Abdullahi Alhassan Imam's appointment, Malam Jobe said, "Mr. Imam's background in accountancy and his experience as a chief accountant and bank manager equip him well for his new role in the National Cash Transfer Office."

"I am confident that under the leadership of these distinguished gentlemen, their respective offices will reach new heights in their missions. Their vast experiences and deep understanding of their sectors will drive positive change and innovation in these critical institutions," Malam Jobe emphasized.

The Malam Jobe equally noted that the Government of Katsina State stands ready to support these appointees in their new national assignments. "We believe these appointments will not only benefit our great nation but will also inspire more sons and daughters of Katsina State to aim for excellence in public service," he concluded.

Media Directorate

Katsina State Government

7th August, 2024