Isiyaku Ahmed
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Kano State Council, has congratulated Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on his appointment as the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs.
The Council described the appointment as well deserved, noting that Bature’s wealth of experience in media practice, public relations and development communication would be valuable in steering the affairs of the ministry.
In a congratulatory message, the Council Chairman, Sulaiman Abdullahi Dederi, who spoke on behalf of members, expressed appreciation to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for appointing a seasoned media professional to head the ministry.
The NUJ chairman said the appointment reflected the governor’s confidence in Bature’s professional experience and capacity to contribute to the state’s information management and public communication efforts.
The Council wished the new commissioner Allah’s protection, wisdom and guidance throughout his tenure.
Bature was, until his appointment, the Director-General of Media and Publicity to Governor Yusuf.
He is a public relations and development communication expert with 19 years of professional experience spanning international development, the private sector and the Nigerian media industry.
