Yusuf Appoints New Chairman for Kano Anti-Corruption Commission
The Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has forwarded the name of Mr. Saidu Yahya to the Kano State House of Assembly for confirmation as the Executive Chairman of the state Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission.
This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Thursday.
The 47-year-old nominee is a seasoned anti-corruption expert and accomplished public servant who had worked with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) as Team Leader, General Investigations and Constituency/Executive Projects Tracking Division, and was a member of the Directorate of Operations Task Force.
“With over 18 years’ experience in the investigation of corrupt practices and other related offences, Mr. Yahya has developed particular expertise in the investigation of bribery and corruption, money laundering, illicit financial flows (IFF), sabotage, criminal diversion of funds/properties, stealing, project tracking, and staff misconduct.
“He is also a trainer on investigation techniques and project monitoring/tracking, having undergone professional training with numerous reputable law enforcement agencies and institutions including the Anti-Corruption Academy of Nigeria, Federal Ministry of Justice, Defense Intelligence College, Guards Brigade (177 Battalion), Federal Treasury Academy, Quantity Survey Academy, and the Administrative Staff College of Nigeria, among others.
“His combined academic background, field experience, and specialized training have prepared him for leadership roles in both the private and public sectors, especially in areas relating to investigation, courtroom testimony, risk mapping, and strategic operations.
”His practical expertise in investigation and asset tracing is expected to significantly enhance the operational capacity of the Commission in combating corruption in Kano State,” the statement added.
Similarly, Governor Yusuf has approved the appointment of Barrister Hafsat Ada’u Kutama as the Secretary and Legal Adviser to the commission. The appointment is with immediate effect.
She replaces Barr. Zaharadden Hamisu Kofar Mata, who was deployed to the Ministry of Justice.
The statement further stated that Governor Yusuf used the occasion to appreciate the outgoing Chairman of the Commission, Barrister Muhuyi Magaji Rimin Gado, for his courage, tenacity, and dedicated service to the state.
Muhuyi’s tenure ended in June 2025 after serving the Commission for two terms.
The Governor commended his unwavering commitment to promoting public accountability and good governance, and wished him success in his future endeavours.
“The Government of Kano State remains open and willing to work with Barrister Muhuyi in the future, whenever the opportunity arises,” the statement quoted Governor Yusuf as saying.
