Kano Commissioner for Transportation resigns over bail controversy

Kano Commissioner for Transportation resigns over bail controversy

  

The Kano State Commissioner for Transportation, Ibrahim
Namadi, has resigned from his position hours after Gov. Abba Yusuf received the
report of an investigative committee probing his alleged involvement in the
bail of the suspected drug baron, Sulaiman Danwawu.

 

This is contained in a statement issued by his spokesperson,
Sunusi Dawakin-Tofa in Kano on Wednesday.

 

Dawakin-Tofa said Namadi cited the overriding public interest
and sensitive nature of the matter as reasons for his resignation.

 

He emphasised his administration’s commitment to fighting
illicit drug sales and consumption, stating, “As a member of an administration
that has consistently championed this fight, it behoves me to take this
step—painful as it may be.”

 

The spokesperson said Namadi’s also attributed his decision
to resign to public interest, insisting that he was innocent.

 

He reaffirmed his dedication to good governance and
responsible leadership.

 

Namadi expressed gratitude to Yusuf for the opportunity to
serve the state.

 

Dawakin-Tofa said that Yusuf had accepted the resignation,
reiterating his administration’s stance on justice, discipline, and the fight
against drug-related crimes.

 

Yusuf also stressed the need for political appointees to
exercise caution on sensitive matters and obtain permission from higher
authorities when engaging on public interest issues.

 

Source: Kano Commissioner for Transportation resigns over bail controversy

 - NigerianEye

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