Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved the composition of the Kano State Consumer Protection Council, (KSCPC) a decisive move aimed at safeguarding the rights and interests of consumers across the state.
Accordingly,the newly constituted council comprises seasoned professionals, government officials, and business representatives to ensure fair trade practices and protect consumers from exploitation.
However,this was contained in a statement issued by governor’s spokesperson Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Saturday,a copy made available to press in Kano
Governor Yusuf emphasized that the council’s primary mandate is to protect consumer rights and ensure businesses operate under fair, transparent, and lawful conditions.
This initiative aligns with the administration’s commitment to promoting good governance, market confidence, and safeguarding the public from substandard products and unethical business practices.
The council members are expected to commence operations immediately, addressing consumer complaints, regulating trade practices, and fostering a healthy business environment across Kano State.
The statement reads: That the members of the council include -Dr. Umar Garba Haruna, as chairman , while Alhaji Zangina Jafaru serving as the Executive Secretary.
Other key members include:-Hon. Ibrahim Ahmad Gama – Member Representing Kano Central,Hajiya Sadiya Umar Bichi – Member Representing Kano North, Alhaji Hussaini Bello Gidado – Member Representing Kano South, Alhaji Munzali Abubakar – Representative of Business Community I (Kantin Kwari Market) and Ali Muhammad Adakawa – Representative of Business Community II (Kwanar Singa)
While,Alhaji Ahmed Isah Chedi – Representative of Business Community III (Dawanau Market),Sani Gambo – Representative of Business Community IV (Abubakar Rimi Market),Barr. Halima Yahuza Ahmad – Representative of Ministry of Justice,Prof. Salisu Ibrahim Ahmad – Representative of Ministry of Health,Aminu Gidado Yushe’u – Representative of Ministry of Environment and Bashir Shehu Gezawa – Representative of Ministry for Local Government
Also in the lists are Maryam Halilu Haruna (Director Special Duties) – Representative of Ministry of Women Affairs,Bashir Uba (Director Investment) – Representative of Ministry of Investment/Commerce,
Engr. Faisal Mahmud – Representative of Ministry of Transportation (Agency),Umar Zubairu – Representative of Special Service Directorate and Barr. Shamsu Jibrin – Secretary/Legal Adviser