Kano State Commissioner for Transportation, Alhaji Ibrahim Namadi, has resigned from his position amid an investigation into his alleged involvement in the controversial bail of a suspected drug baron, Sulaiman Danwawu.
His resignation follows the submission of a report to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf by a fact-finding panel that examined the circumstances surrounding Namadi’s role in the case.
The panel reportedly found him negligent for acting as a surety for the suspect without conducting adequate background checks.
In a statement issued by Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Director-General of Media and Publicity at the Kano Government House, Namadi explained that his resignation was aimed at protecting the credibility of the administration and maintaining public trust.
“As a member of an administration that has consistently stood against the sale and abuse of illicit drugs, it is only right that I step aside. While I maintain my innocence, the need to protect the values we have worked hard to build cannot be ignored,” the statement quoted Namadi as saying.
He thanked Governor Yusuf for the opportunity to serve and reaffirmed his commitment to responsible leadership and the principles of good governance.
“I remain loyal to the vision that brought this administration into office and committed to the progress of our dear state,” he added.
Governor Yusuf has accepted the resignation and expressed appreciation for Namadi’s contributions to the state. He also extended his best wishes for the former commissioner’s future engagements.
“This administration remains committed to justice, discipline, and the fight against drug-related offences, especially those affecting our youth,” the governor said in the statement.
The release also served as a warning to all political appointees to exercise caution and responsibility, particularly in handling sensitive public matters.
The fact-finding panel, chaired by the governor’s Special Adviser on Justice and Constitutional Matters, Aminu Hussain, concluded that Namadi failed to exercise due diligence before standing as surety for Danwawu. The report, which was submitted earlier in the week to the Secretary to the State Government, recommended disciplinary action to reinforce the administration’s anti-drug policy.
