Hajiya Hawa Wali, a retired Permanent Secretary at the Government House in Minna, Niger State, is facing pressure to vacate her office following her retirement on March 20, 2026. Concerned citizens and civil servants allege that her continued presence is backed by a six-month extension approved by Governor Mohammed Umar Bago, which they claim violates civil service regulations.
Critics argue that the extension is unlawful and undermines public service tenure provisions, raising concerns about due process and adherence to the rule of law. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) Niger State chapter has been urged to intervene, but its chairman, Comrade Idrees Lafene, says no official complaint has been received. ¹
The controversy highlights tensions between governance and civil service rules, with stakeholders calling for compliance with established regulations.
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