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Kano Assembly screens deputy gov nominee Garo Monday

From The Punch · (14h ago) English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • The Kano State House of Assembly will screen Murtala Garo on Monday for the position of Deputy Governor.
  • Governor Abba Yusuf nominated Garo, citing constitutional provisions for filling the vacancy.
  • The deputy governorship position became vacant following the resignation of Abdussalam Gwarzo on March 27, 2026.

The nomination of Murtala Garo for the position of Deputy Governor by Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf marks a significant political development, signaling a move towards stabilizing the state's executive leadership.

The Kano State House of Assembly has officially announced a correspondence of His Excellency’s nominee for the office of deputy governor for proper screening and approval.

— Kamaludden ShawaiSpokesperson to the Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, confirming the nomination and screening schedule.

The Kano State House of Assembly's scheduled screening on Monday, as announced by the Speaker's spokesperson, Kamaludden Shawai, follows the official transmission of Garo's name by the governor. This process adheres to Section 191(3) of the 1999 Constitution, which empowers the governor to nominate a deputy when a vacancy arises.

The deputy governorship seat became vacant after the resignation of Abdussalam Gwarzo on March 27, 2026. Governor Yusuf's decision, described as being made after 'wide consultations with key stakeholders,' aims to ensure effective service delivery and strengthen governance within the state.

The nomination is in line with Section 191(3) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), which empowers the governor to nominate a deputy governor where a vacancy exists.

— Mustapha MuhammadChief Press Secretary to the Governor of Kano State, explaining the constitutional basis for the nomination.

As reported by The Punch, Garo is presented as a seasoned politician with over two decades of experience in various elective and appointed offices, including serving as chairman of Kabo Local Government Area and commissioner for local government and chieftaincy affairs. His past role as the deputy governorship candidate for the All Progressives Congress in the 2023 general elections adds another layer to his political profile. This nomination, therefore, is seen as a strategic move to consolidate political support and bring experienced hands back into the state's leadership, putting to rest speculation about who would fill the crucial role.

Following wide consultations with key stakeholders, the governor has requested the assembly to grant the necessary approval for Garo’s nomination.

— Mustapha MuhammadChief Press Secretary to the Governor of Kano State, emphasizing the consultative process behind the nomination.
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Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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