Ibrahim Namadi, the commissioner for transportation for Kano, resigned after playing a contentious role in Sulaiman Danwawu, an alleged drug baron, as security.
Governor Abba Yusuf received the official report from a high-level investigative committee looking into Namadi’s involvement in the case shortly after his resignation.
The embattled commissioner stated in a statement that the governor’s representative, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, needed to “protect the integrity of the administration,” citing the need to uphold the administration’s integrity.
It behoves me to take this step, painful as it may be, as a member of an administration that has consistently promoted the fight against the sale and consumption of illicit drugs, Namadi said.
“It’s important for me to keep my innocence despite the pressure of the public and the need to defend the values we have built as a whole,” I said.
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Namadi expressed gratitude to Governor Yusuf for the opportunity to serve, and he vowed to uphold the principles of accountability and good governance.
As a good citizen, he said, “I must work hard to instill in our dear state the trust and vision we have worked so hard to cultivate.”
“I firmly believe in the principles that guided this administration.”
Governor Yusuf Responds
Governor Yusuf reaffirmed his administration’s tough line on drug-related crimes by accepting Namadi’s resignation.
“Our government won’t compromise on accountability, accountability, and accountability.” The governor argued that protecting our youth’s future and well-being must be a top priority.
We don’t tolerate drug use and trafficking, we say. No one will be held accountable, no matter what their position.
The governor advised all political appointees to “act with caution” when handling sensitive matters, urging them to always seek official clearance before committing themselves to a public interest issue.
Findings of the Investigative Committee
The investigative committee led by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Ibrahim, presented a detailed report to the resignation at the Government House during a formal address.
The committee discovered that Namadi submitted an affidavit confirming his status as a serving commissioner on July 18, 2025, when he voluntarily applied to become a surety for the defendant, Sulaiman Danwawu.
During the briefing, Farouk Ibrahim stated that he was aware of the charges’ drug-related nature.
His actions in contradiction to the State Government’s strict stance against drug trafficking, despite no evidence that the accused had any financial support or connections to anyone.
Other significant findings include:
1. Namadi made a promise to follow all bail conditions set forth by the court.
2. Despite the seriousness of the charges, he failed to use “adequate caution.”
3. The defendant’s affidavit only made reference to the $5 million bail amount that was not provided by the prosecution.
4. No tangible or lucrative incentives were discovered.
Source: Channels TV
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