Full List: Kano Governor Approves New Appointments and Promotions Following His Defection to APC
- Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, announced a fresh wave of appointments and promotions across key government institutions
- The changes included new leadership at the Pilgrims Welfare Board, the Anti-Corruption Institute, and within Kannywood affairs
- Officials said the move reflected the governor’s commitment to strengthening governance and improving service delivery in the state
Kano state governor, Abba Yusuf, has approved a new round of appointments and promotions across key government institutions.
The announcement was made in a statement released on Monday, February 2, 2026, by his spokesperson, Sunusi Dawakin-Tofa.
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According to the statement, Abubakar Matawalle was named Acting Director-General of the Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board, while Yusuf Mukhtar was promoted to the rank of Permanent Secretary, PUNCH reported.
Rahama Alhaji was appointed Provost of the Kano State Anti-Corruption Institute, and veteran Kannywood actress Aina’u Ade was elevated from Special Assistant to Senior Special Assistant on Kannywood Affairs.
Kano: Background of Abba Yusuf's appointees
Dawakin-Tofa explained that Matawalle had previously served as Executive Secretary of the Pilgrims Welfare Board and as Permanent Secretary, Establishment, before retiring from the Kano State Civil Service in 2014.
He said:
“Matawalle is a seasoned administrator who rose from the position of Assistant Secretary to Permanent Secretary and distinguished himself in the management of Hajj operations over the years.”
On Rahama Alhaji, the spokesperson described her as a highly accomplished legal practitioner with expertise in litigation, corporate law, regulatory compliance, and academic administration.
He added:
“Her appointment reflects the governor’s commitment to strengthening anti-corruption institutions with professionals of proven integrity, competence, and administrative capacity.”
The statement also noted that Aina’u Ade’s promotion was based on her outstanding performance in her previous role.
Kano: Governor Abba Yusuf's directive to appointees
Governor Yusuf urged all the appointees to justify the confidence placed in them through hard work, transparency, and loyalty to the Kano First Agenda. The appointments and promotions took immediate effect.
This development came only days after the governor approved another round of appointments and promotions aimed at improving governance and service delivery.
Among those named was Abdulkadir Kankarofi, who was appointed Special Adviser on Humanitarian Affairs in the Office of the Executive Governor.
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Kano commissioner dumps NNPP, joins APC
Legit.ng earlier reported that the Kano state commissioner for Women Affairs, Children, and Persons with Special Needs, Hajiya Amina Sani, dumped the New Nigeria People's Party (NNPP).
Aminu has joined Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf in the All Progressives Congress (APC). The Commissioner of Information and Internal Affairs, Ibrahim Waiya, said Amina HOD has now aligned with the “Kano First” ideology. As reported by The Punch, Waiya made this known in a statement issued on Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Waiya said Amina was one of the pillars of the Kwankwasiyya grassroots movement. It was gathered that the commissioner is popularly known as Amina HOD for her strong principles and ideological convictions. Recall that Governor Yusuf’s defection to the APC triggered resignations by commissioners and others loyal to Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso. Key portfolios affected include youth and sports, internal security, and special duties, among other sectors.
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