Gov. Yusuf accepts resignation of water resources commissioner
Kola Oyelere Kano
Kano state governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has accepted the resignation of the Kano State Commissioner for Water Resources, Umar Haruna Doguwa.
The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa.
According to the statement, Doguwa formally tendered his resignation on Monday, March 2, 2026, with effect from March 3.
Governor Yusuf expressed appreciation to the former commissioner for what he described as his commitment, loyalty and dedicated service to the people and government of Kano State.
The governor recalled that Doguwa previously served as Commissioner for Education, where he played a key role in advancing educational policies and reforms, including the declaration of a state of emergency on education.
He was later redeployed to head the Ministry of Water Resources.
Yusuf noted that within one year of Doguwa’s leadership at the Water Resources Ministry, notable progress was made in the rehabilitation of water facilities and the expansion of potable water supply to several communities across the state.
He added that Doguwa strengthened institutional capacity within the ministry and improved service delivery in line with the administration’s vision of providing sustainable water access to residents.
Describing him as a disciplined and hardworking public servant, the governor said Doguwa’s contributions would remain part of the administration’s record of achievements. He wished him success in his future endeavours and assured that the government would consolidate on the gains recorded in the water sector.
The governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ensuring uninterrupted water supply and improving the welfare of Kano residents.
Meanwhile, Governor Yusuf has directed the Commissioner for Education, Ali Haruna Abubakar Makoda, to oversee the Ministry of Water Resources pending the appointment or redeployment of a substantive commissioner.