Alhaji Kabir Bature Sarkin Alhazai has resigned from his position as the chairman of the Katsina State Pilgrims Welfare Board, making him the third political appointee to leave Governor Dikko Radda's administration in recent days. Sarkin Alhazai submitted his resignation letter to the Secretary to the Katsina State Government but did not provide any reasons for his departure.

In his resignation letter, Sarkin Alhazai expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve in the role, highlighting the chance it provided him to dedicate himself to public service. He thanked Governor Radda for the appointment and acknowledged the support he received from the Secretary to the State Government, members of the State Executive Council, and staff of the Pilgrims Welfare Board.

Sarkin Alhazai was appointed to lead the board in 2023, and his exit raises questions about the stability of the current administration. His resignation follows that of two other political appointees, although details regarding those departures remain unclear, and no connections between the three resignations have been disclosed.

This series of resignations comes at a time when the Katsina State government is facing challenges, including a recent rejection by Saudi Arabia of Nigeria's request for additional Hajj slots for 2027. The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has confirmed that the country's total approved quota remains at 50,000 slots, which are divided between government pilgrims and licensed tour operators. This situation adds to the complexities facing the Radda administration as it navigates both internal and external pressures.

As the political landscape in Katsina continues to shift, observers will be watching closely to see how these changes impact governance and public service delivery in the state.