By Usman Usman Garba
The Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has relieved the state Head of Service, Alhaji Abdullahi Musa, of his appointment with immediate effect.
The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Tuesday evening by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa.
According to the statement, the decision forms part of ongoing efforts by the present administration to reposition the state civil service for greater efficiency, discipline and improved service delivery across government institutions.
“The decision is part of the ongoing efforts by the present administration to reposition the state civil service for greater efficiency, discipline, and improved service delivery across all government institutions,” the statement read.
The governor also expressed appreciation to the outgoing Head of Service for his service to the state during his tenure.
“We wish him the best in his future endeavours and pray for his continued success in all aspects of life,” the governor said.
Yusuf further directed that the Permanent Secretary, Administration and General Services at the Cabinet Office, Hajiya Bilkisu Shehu Maimota, should serve in an acting capacity pending the appointment of a substantive Head of Service.
The statement added that the outgoing Head of Service had been directed to hand over the affairs of the office to the acting Head of Service not later than Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
