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By Lizzy Chirkpi
The Deputy Governor of Kano State, Comrade Abdulsalam Gwarzo, has reportedly resigned from office, though the state government has yet to officially confirm the development.
The disclosure was made in a statement issued by the Kwankwasiyya Movement and signed by its spokesperson, Dr. Habibu Sale Mohammed.
According to the group, Gwarzo’s decision followed “careful consideration” and was taken in the interest of preserving stability in the state’s governance. It noted that prevailing circumstances had made it increasingly difficult for him to fully discharge the responsibilities of his office.
“This decision, though difficult, has been taken in the overall interest of the people and the stability of governance in Kano State,” the statement read.
The reported resignation comes on the heels of allegations raised against the deputy governor by the Kano State House of Assembly. While details of the allegations have not been officially made public in full, the Assembly had reportedly initiated proceedings over claims bordering on misconduct and abuse of office.
However, no formal findings or conclusive report indicting the deputy governor had been released as of the time of filing this report.
The movement emphasised that the move should not be construed as an admission of guilt.
“The Deputy Governor maintains his innocence and firmly believes that his records in office and public service remain a testament to his integrity and commitment to the people,” the statement added.
It further revealed that Gwarzo plans to redirect his efforts toward strengthening the Kwankwasiyya Movement, particularly focusing on its restructuring and strategic positioning ahead of the 2027 general elections.
As of the time of filing this report, the Kano State Government had not issued any official statement confirming or reacting to the development.