Gov Yusuf urges political appointees seeking elective positions in 2027 poll to resign
By Ali Baba-Inuwa
The Kano State Government has directed all political appointees intending to contest elective positions in the 2027 general elections to resign on or before March 31, 2026.
This is contained in a contained in a circular signed by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Alhaji Umar Farouk Ibrahim.
Ibrahim said that any political appointee who failed to comply with the directive would be ineligible to contest in the forthcoming elections.
The SSG stated that the decision aligned with the provisions of the Electoral Act, 2026, particularly Section 88(1), which regulate the participation of public office holders in partisan political activities.
He said that the directive had been communicated to all ministries, departments, agencies, and parastatals across the state for strict compliance.
Ibrahim emphasised the need to uphold neutrality, accountability, and integrity within the public service while ensuring a level playing field for all aspirants ahead of the elections.
He stated that all affected appointees were required to resign or retire, as applicable, on or before the stipulated deadline.
Ibrahim also directed all ministries, departments, and agencies to give the circular wide publicity and ensure full compliance.
