By Usman Usman Garba
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has disclosed that the nomination and confirmation of Murtala Sule Garo as Deputy Governor was based on his proven competence and commitment to the development of the state.
“We tried as much as possible to select someone who can make meaningful contributions to the development of the state,” the governor stated.
Governor Yusuf made this known while declaring open the 39th Executive Council Meeting held at the Government House, Kano, on Tuesday.
According to a statement issued by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad, the governor transmitted Garo’s name to the State House of Assembly following the resignation of the former Deputy Governor, Comrade Aminu Abdulsalam Gwarzo.
The governor explained that several candidates were considered before arriving at the final decision.
“Many people were presented, but we carefully assessed their past performances, competence, and contributions to the state.
“Murtala Sule Garo is a seasoned politician who can effectively contribute to our administration,” he added.
Governor Yusuf commended the Kano State House of Assembly, under the leadership of Speaker Jibril Ismail Falgore, for the swift confirmation of the nominee.
He disclosed that the swearing-in ceremony of the new Deputy Governor would take place soon and called on the people of the state to support him in delivering his responsibilities diligently.
The governor also congratulated the newly appointed Head of Service, Hajiya Bilkisu Shehu Maimota, noting that her contributions as Director and Permanent Secretary have been invaluable.
He urged stakeholders and civil servants to give her maximum support to ensure success in her new role.
During the Executive Council Meeting, Governor Yusuf was also presented with 39 Outstanding Excellence Awards from various organisations within and outside the state, in recognition of his administration’s achievements.
One of the awards included a symbolic gift of thirty thousand naira (N30,000) from a primary school teacher, in appreciation of the governor’s efforts in advancing education in Kano State.
