Alh. Nasiru also expressed his sincere appreciation to the management and staff of the Ministry for the warm and colourful reception accorded him on Wednesday, 28 October 2026.
The Permanent Secretary solicited the support, cooperation, and commitment of all staff members, emphasising the importance of teamwork in advancing the Ministry's mandate.
He described the reception as a clear demonstration of the unity, discipline, and commitment for which the Ministry is known, adding that he was honoured to be part of the great family of information managers.
Alhaji Nasiru Halilu Anka stated that he had not come to the Ministry as a master but as a colleague and team member, ready to work hand in hand with all staff members to take the Ministry to greater heights.
He further pledged to maintain an open door policy that would encourage advice, guidance, and constructive engagement among staff in order to effectively implement the programmes and policies of the Rescue Agenda of His Excellency, Dr. Dauda Lawal, the Executive Governor of the State.
He concluded by thanking his friends, colleagues, and well wishers who took time out of their busy schedules to accompany him to the Ministry, as well as those who could not attend but offered their goodwill and prayers for his success in his new position.
Speaking at the occasion, the redeployed Permanent Secretary to the General Services Department, Alhaji Muhammad Salihu Anka, congratulated his successor and expressed confidence in the mutual understanding and cordial relationship between them.
He urged the newly appointed Permanent Secretary to carry everyone along in the discharge of his official responsibilities, stressing the need for unity, cooperation, and collective commitment to the progress of the Ministry.
He also prayed to Almighty Allah (SWT) to protect and guide him and make his appointment beneficial to the people of Zamfara State.
In his remarks, the Managing Director of the State Media Corporation, Alhaji Bello Abdullahi Dakin Gari (Bunun Jangebe), advised the new Permanent Secretary to remain God fearing, focused, and committed to the development of the Ministry.
He further cautioned him against distractions and negative influences that could undermine the Ministry's progress, urging him to remain steadfast in promoting unity and achieving the Ministry's objectives.
Similarly, friends, relatives, and family members who spoke at the occasion encouraged him to sustain cordial relationships and mutual understanding between his office and the staff of the Ministry to ensure effective service delivery.
