The Bauchi State Civil Service Commission has dismissed a Principal Assistant Education Officer at Government College, Azare, Mr. Emos Joshua, for sexual harassment.

The Commission said the officer’s action amounted to serious misconduct in violation of Rules 0327 (xxviii and xxix) of the Bauchi State Public Service Rules.

In a statement on Thursday, the spokesperson of the commission, Saleh Umar, said the decision was reached during its 32nd plenary session held on September 11, 2025.

“The disciplinary action was taken against the officer after general disciplinary procedures had been exhausted as contained in Rules 0317 of the Public Service Rules and Regulations,” the statement read.

Umar added that during the sitting, the commission also elevated two Deputy Directors in acting capacity to the rank of Directors of Physical Planning and Development Control on grade level 16.

“Similarly, a Chief Physical Planning Officer was moved to acting capacity as Deputy Director of Physical Planning on grade level 15,” he stated.

In the same vein, 80 Nursing Officers and Nursing Superintendents were promoted to their next grades, ranging from levels 10 to 14.

The spokesperson said the decisions were based on submissions from the Bauchi State Special School Management Board, the State Public Procurement and Physical Development Board, and the Health Management Board.

Commenting on the dismissal, the Chairman of the commission, Ibrahim Muhammad, confirmed that due process was strictly followed in line with established regulations.

He stressed that the decision was not punitive but necessary to uphold discipline and integrity within the service.

“The commission remains committed to fairness and transparency in handling staff matters. The action taken against Mr. Emos is a reminder to all civil servants that professional conduct and adherence to the rules are paramount for an effective and accountable public service,” he said. (The PUNCH)