By Gabriel Ameh
Weekenders Magazine has congratulated Alhaji Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa following his successful screening and endorsement by the Kano State House of Assembly for appointment as a commissioner.
Bature, who serves as Director-General of the Media and Publicity Directorate at the Kano State Government House, was nominated by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf.
In a statement issued on November 3, 2026, the management of Weekenders Media Commercial Limited, publishers of Weekenders Magazine, described his nomination and successful screening as recognition of his professional experience, competence and contributions to public communication.
The statement, signed by the company’s Executive Director, Princess Joy Omagha Idam, said his nomination underscores the importance of professional expertise, dedication and institutional service in strengthening government communication.
The magazine also commended the Kano State House of Assembly for screening and endorsing the nominee, describing the exercise as an indication of legislative responsibility and support for effective governance.
It further praised Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for considering professional experience, merit and institutional contributions in the appointment process.
According to the management, Bature’s successful screening sends an encouraging message to media professionals, public relations practitioners and other stakeholders about the value of professionalism, integrity and dedication to public service.
Weekenders Magazine expressed confidence that Bature would deploy his experience in media practice, information management and strategic communication to strengthen his new assignment.
The organisation also wished him a successful tenure, expressing optimism that his appointment would contribute to improved public information management, governance and service delivery in Kano State.
The congratulatory message comes as recognition of Bature’s career in government communication and his transition from the Kano Government House media directorate to a proposed commissioner-level role.
