From Desmond Mgboh, Kano
The Governor of Kano State, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has forwarded the name of Saidu Yahya to the Kano State House of Assembly for screening and confirmation as the Executive Chairman of the Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCACC).
This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Thursday.
The nominee is a seasoned anti-corruption expert and accomplished public servant, the statement said. .
Born in 1978, the 47-year-old holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Bayero University Kano (BUK) and a Master’s degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Entrepreneurship and Venture Creation.
Yahya brings with him a wealth of experience from the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), where he has served in various strategic roles.
Until his nomination, he held the position of Team Leader, General Investigations and Constituency/Executive Projects Tracking Division, and was a member of the Directorate of Operations Task Force of the ICPC.
In a related development, Governor Yusuf has approved the appointment of Barrister Hafsat Ada’u Kutama as the new Secretary and Legal Adviser to the anti graft with immediate effect.
Consequently, the Head of Service is hereby directed to redeploy the outgoing Secretary and Legal Adviser, Barr. Zaharadden Hamisu Kofar Mata, back to the Ministry of Justice for reassignment.
The statement further said the Governor expressed his profound appreciation to the outgoing Chairman of the Commission, Barrister Muhuyi Magaji Rimin Gado, for his courage, tenacity, and dedicated service to the state.
The Governor commended his unwavering commitment to promoting public accountability and good governance, and wished him continued success in all future endeavours.
