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Deputy Governor Should Step Aside for Trust to Thrive — Kano Commissioner


Deputy Governor Should Step Aside for Trust to Thrive — Kano Commissioner
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A Kano State commissioner, Waiya, has said that effective governance is rooted in loyalty and mutual trust, arguing that it would be inappropriate for a deputy governor who is no longer aligned with the administration to continue participating in executive council meetings.

Speaking to journalists in Kano on Thursday, the commissioner stressed that government business depends heavily on confidentiality, which he said cannot be guaranteed without trust.

“This is his personal decision, but there is no justification for someone who is no longer part of the administration to sit in routine council meetings,” Waiya said.

“In government, sensitive issues are discussed based on trust. You cannot be sure who such a person may share important information with,” he added.

Waiya further stated that, in his opinion, the most honourable option available to the deputy governor would be to resign.

“If I were in his position, I would respectfully step aside,” he said.

Political Developments in Kano

The commissioner’s remarks come amid broader political changes in the state, including Governor Abba Yusuf’s recent defection from the New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Waiya described the governor’s move as a positive development for Kano State, noting that closer ties with the Federal Government would enhance access to development projects and federal interventions.

He also assured residents that the state government is actively working to resolve the ongoing emirate tussle through dialogue and strict adherence to the rule of law.

According to him, the administration remains committed to maintaining peace and stability, ensuring that political disagreements do not interfere with governance or undermine the collective interests of the people of Kano State.

 

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