Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has announced a major cabinet reshuffle aimed at enhancing administrative efficiency and delivering better governance to the people of the state.
The shake-up, which includes the removal of the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Abdullahi Bichi, and the abolition of the Chief of Staff (CoS) portfolio, was disclosed during a press briefing by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin-Tofa, on Thursday.
Governor Yusuf described the restructuring as part of his administration’s strategy to achieve “optimum performance” and ensure “more dividends of democracy” for Kano residents.
“This is the first major reshuffle of my cabinet, and it takes immediate effect,” the Governor stated. He emphasized the need for administrative realignment to better address the needs of the state.
Key Changes
The reshuffle saw the dismissal of Abdullahi Baffa Bichi as SSG, reportedly due to health concerns, and the removal of Chief of Staff Shehu Sagagi, with the CoS office now scrapped.
In addition, several key ministries underwent significant reassignments while others retained their leadership.
Retained Commissioners:
Barr. Haruna Isa Dederi – Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice
Dr. Danjuma Mahmoud – Commissioner for Agriculture
Dr. Abubakar Labaran – Commissioner for Health
Engr. Marwan Ahmad – Commissioner for Works and Housing
Reassigned Portfolios:
Comrade Aminu Abdulssalam, the Deputy Governor, moves from the Ministry of Local Government to the Ministry of Higher Education.
Hon. Mohammad Tajo Usman assumes responsibility for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs.
Dr. Yusuf Ibrahim Kofar Mata transitions from Higher Education to Science, Technology, and Innovation. Hon. Amina Abdullahi, formerly overseeing Humanitarian and Poverty Alleviation, now heads the Ministry for Women, Children, and Persons with Disabilities.
Hon. Aisha Lawal Saji moves to the Ministry of Tourism and Culture.
Additional Appointments:
Ibrahim Jibril Fagge – Ministry of Finance
Ladidi Ibrahim Garko – Ministry of Culture and Tourism.
Baba Halilu Dantiye – Ministry of Information and Internal Affairs
Shehu Aliyu Yammedi – Ministry of Special Duties
Abbas Sani Abbas – Ministry of Rural and Community Development
The affected officials, including the former CoS, have been directed to report to the Governor’s office for possible reassignment. Governor Yusuf reiterated his administration’s commitment to fostering development and serving the people of Kano State more effectively.
