Governor Yusuf relieves Kano head of service of appointment
Kola Oyelere Kano
The Abba Kabir Yusuf, Governor of Kano State, has relieved the State Head of Service, Alhaji Abdullahi Musa, of his appointment with immediate effect.
The decision was announced in a statement issued on Tuesday evening by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa.
The statement further directed the outgoing Head of Service to hand over the affairs of the office to the acting Head of Service no later than Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
According to the statement, the action forms part of the administration’s ongoing efforts to reposition the state civil service for greater efficiency, discipline and improved service delivery across government institutions.
Governor Yusuf, however, expressed appreciation to the outgoing Head of Service for his contributions and dedication to the service of the state during his tenure.
“We wish him the best in his future endeavours and pray for his continued success in all aspects of life,” the governor stated.
The governor also directed that Hajiya Bilkisu Shehu Maimota, the Permanent Secretary, Administration and General Services at the Cabinet Office, should serve as Acting Head of Service pending the appointment of a substantive occupant of the office.
The statement further directed the outgoing Head of Service to hand over the affairs of the office to the acting Head of Service no later than Wednesday, March 11, 2026.