Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has nominated Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo as the new Deputy Governor of Kano State, following the resignation of Comrade Abdulsalam Gwarzo. The development marks a significant shift in the state’s political leadership after weeks of tension within the administration.
Gwarzo’s exit comes after a fallout with the governor, triggered by his decision to leave the New Nigerian Peoples Party for the All Progressives Congress. He had reportedly faced pressure to align with the governor’s political direction but declined, leading to escalating disagreements.
The situation intensified when the Kano State House of Assembly began impeachment proceedings against him. Amid the mounting pressure, Gwarzo resigned from office and later moved to the African Democratic Congress, further reshaping the political landscape in the state.
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In a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mustapha Muhammad, the nomination of Garo was announced in line with constitutional provisions. The governor has asked the State Assembly to approve the nomination, describing Garo as an experienced political administrator with over two decades of service in various leadership roles at the state and local government levels.
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