Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi conducted an unannounced inspection of the state secretariat in Dutse, discovering several offices locked and empty during working hours.

The governor expressed disappointment over the absenteeism of senior officials like the Secretary to the State Government, Head of Service, and Accountant-General, emphasizing that his administration would not tolerate indiscipline.This surprise visit aimed to improve accountability and efficiency in the civil service, following similar actions in June 2023.Reports indicate that while some officials were present, many key positions were vacant, raising concerns about workplace productivity.The governor’s Special Assistant confirmed the inspection was part of broader oversight efforts to monitor staff attendance and punctuality.

This incident has sparked discussions on accountability within Nigeria's public service, with state governments increasingly using unscheduled checks to ensure compliance.The governor stressed that government workers have a duty to be available during official hours to serve residents effectively.