Governor Abba Kabir-Yusuf of Kano State has submitted a list of six commissioner-nominees to the Kano State House of Assembly for approval.
The Speaker of the Assembly, Jibrin Falgore, announced the development during Monday’s plenary session after reading a letter from the governor.
The nominees include Shehu Sagagi—former Chief of Staff to the Governor, Dr. Dahiru Hashim, Ibrahim Waiya, Dr. Isma’il Dan-Maraya, Gaddafi Shehu, and Abdulkadir AbdulSalam.
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The submission of the nominees follows a cabinet reshuffle announced by the governor last week. As part of the reshuffle, the office of Chief of Staff was abolished, and five commissioners were removed from their positions.
The Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr. Baffa Bichi, was also relieved of his duties due to health reasons.
Speaker Falgore directed the commissioner-nominees to appear before the Assembly for screening on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m.
This reshuffle is part of the governor’s efforts to reorganize his administration for improved governance in the state.
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The nominees, if approved, are expected to bring fresh perspectives and expertise to their respective roles in the state executive council.
The news of the reshuffle and nominations has sparked discussions across Kano State, with stakeholders closely watching the developments.
Observers anticipate that the new appointments will help shape the governor’s administration as it navigates key governance challenges.
(NAN)