Jigawa State Governor, Umar Namadi, has revealed that he reads his oath of office daily as a reminder of his responsibilities to the people.
Gatekeepers News reports that Namadi, while speaking during the swearing-in ceremony of the new chairman of Gumel Local Government at the Council Chambers of Government House, urged all public officials to embrace their duties with a sense of divine accountability.
“If you go to my office today, you’ll find that same oath placed on my desk. I have kept it there intentionally,” he said. “Every time I look at it, I remind myself of the bond between me and the people of Jigawa State.
“I advise you to do the same—place a copy of that oath in your office. When you arrive in the morning, read it before you sit down at your table. It’s very, very important. That oath is heavy.”
The new chairman was appointed following the sudden passing of the former officeholder. He emphasised the spiritual weight of leadership and the fleeting nature of life.
The governor urged all public officials to embrace their duties with a sense of divine accountability, saying, “I want to use this moment to call on myself, the new chairman, and all of us gathered here to reflect on this reality: the late chairman never expected that he would not complete his tenure.”
He reminded those in leadership that public office is a trust before God, and not a platform for personal gain.
Namadi warned against the dangers of self-interest in governance, stating, “Personal interest is the killer. In most cases, we are driven by personal interest, and we forget that the oath we took is before Allah. We are deceiving no one but ourselves if we break it.”
He encouraged the new chairman to govern with humility, consult community stakeholders, and ensure that local government funds are used to serve the grassroots.
The governor also emphasised the importance of accountability in financial management, saying, “The finances of Gumel Local Government belong to the people of Gumel Local Government. Whatever comes in as revenue is meant to serve the people. You should make sure it is used for their benefit.”
The event was attended by senior government officials, traditional leaders, and members of the public who observed a moment of silence in honor of the late chairman
