The Bauchi State Civil Service Commission has terminated the appointment of a teacher, Emos Joshua, over a case of alleged sexual harassment.
Joshua, who was serving as a Principal Assistant Education Officer at Government College, Azare, lost his position after the commission reviewed his case during its 32nd plenary session held on Thursday, the 11th of September, 2025.
The announcement was issued in Bauchi today through a statement signed by Mr. Saleh Umar, the Information and Public Relations Officer of the commission.
According to Umar, the officer’s conduct was found to be in breach of Rule 0327 (xxviii and xxix) of the Bauchi State Public Service Rules relating to sexual harassment.
“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,” he said.
The statement further quoted the commission’s chairman, Dr. Ibrahim Muhammad, who explained that all proceedings were carried out in strict compliance with established regulations.
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Muhammad stressed that due process guided the outcome and emphasized the commission’s dedication to fairness and transparency in handling disciplinary issues.
“The decision taken against the officer was not punitive but to uphold discipline and integrity in the service,” Muhammad was quoted as saying.
He also pointed out that the ruling serves as a caution to other staff members, reinforcing the importance of professionalism and respect for service rules in maintaining an accountable public workforce.
In a related development, the commission gave approval for the appointment of two acting deputy directors at Grade Level 16.
Umar disclosed that 80 nursing officers in the service were also promoted to higher ranks.