BREAKING: Kano transport commissioner resigns after drug baron bail probe
The Commissioner for Transportation in Kano State, Alhaji Ibrahim Namadi, has stepped down from his role just hours after Governor Abba Yusuf obtained the findings of the investigative committee looking into his alleged involvement in the contentious bail of a drug suspect, Sulaiman Danwawu.Namadi disclosed his resignation in a statement endorsed by the Director General of Media and Publicity, Sanusi DawakinTofa, on Wednesday.
He indicated that his choice to resign was made for the public's benefit and due to the delicate nature of the issue at hand.
"As a member of a government that has persistently advocated against the sale and use of illegal drugs, it is my responsibility to take this action—though it is difficult for me to do so.
“Even though I assert my innocence, I cannot disregard the heavy burden of public opinion and the necessity to safeguard the values we have collectively established,” the statement partially expressed.
Namadi expressed his gratitude to Governor Abba Yusuf for the chance to serve the state, reiterating his commitment to the principles of good governance and accountable leadership.
He remarked, “As a responsible citizen, I must endeavor to protect, preserve, and uphold the trust and vision we have worked tirelessly to instill in our beloved state.
“I remain dedicated to the values that brought this government into power.”
The statement also indicated that the governor accepted Namadi’s resignation.
“Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf graciously accepted the resignation and wished the former commissioner success in his future pursuits.
He additionally reaffirmed his administration’s steadfast commitment to justice, discipline, and combating drug-related offenses and social injustices affecting both the youth and the wider community.
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“The governor emphasized the importance for all political appointees to carefully consider sensitive issues and seek approval from higher authority whenever engaging in matters of public significance,” the statement concluded.
It is worth noting that PUNCH Online previously reported that the Kano State Government had received the report from the fact-finding committee established to investigate Namadi’s alleged role in securing the bail of the suspected drug baron, Sulaiman Danwawu.
The governor’s spokesperson, DawakinTofa, clarified that while presenting the findings to the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Umar Ibrahim, on Monday, the Chairman of the Committee and Special Adviser to the Governor on Justice and Constitutional Matters, Aminu Hussain, stated that the panel conducted a comprehensive, unbiased, and evidence-based inquiry into the situation.
PUNCH Online also reported on Tuesday that the governor had received the committee's report regarding the involvement in the controversial bail of Danwawu.
The investigative committee concluded that the commissioner acted with negligence and was therefore culpable for volunteering to act as surety for Danwawu without conducting proper due diligence.
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