Kano commissioner resigns over involvement in bail of drug baron

Mr. Ibrahim Ali Namadi, Kano State Commissioner for Transport, has resigned from his position following an investigation into his involvement in a controversial bail of a suspected drug baron, Sulaiman Aminu Danwawu.

The spokesman to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, disclosed this in a statement.

Tofa said the commissioner tendered his resignation hours after Governor Abba received the report of the Committee constituted to probe the matter.

Namadi said he resigned his position in the overriding public interest, acknowledging the sensitive nature of the matter.

He noted that as a member of an administration committed to fighting drug abuse, he could not ignore public perception.

“While I maintain my innocence, I cannot ignore the weight of public perception and the need to protect the values we have collectively built,” he said.

The former commissioner thanked Governor Yusuf for the opportunity accorded him to serve, reiterating his loyalty to the administration and its core values of accountability and integrity.

Meanwhile, Governor Yusuf has accepted the resignation and commended the former commissioner’s service, wishing him success in his future endeavours.

He maintained his administration’s firm stance on justice, discipline and the fight against illicit drugs and other social vices.

He also advised all political appointees to act with caution and seek approval from higher authorities when dealing with sensitive matters of public interest, the statement added.

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