Abba Yusuf, governor of Kano, has ordered the immediate suspension of Tukur Minjibir, the managing director of Kano Agricultural Supply Company (KASCO), from office over alleged misconduct.
Bature Dawakin-Tofa, chief press secretary to the governor, announced the suspension in a statement on Wednesday.
Dawakin-Tofa said Minjibir was suspended for allegedly being involved in an inappropriate sale of grains belonging to the state government.
He added that Minjibir has been directed to hand over the affairs of the company to the most senior officer immediately until ongoing investigations into the matter are concluded.
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“As part of his commitment to fighting corruption, the Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has directed for immediate suspension of the Managing Director, Kano Agricultural Supply Company (KASCO) Dr. Tukur Dayyabu Minjibir,” the statement reads.
“The Governor directed the issuance of suspension in a letter dated 12th September, 2023 conveyed by the Secretary to the Kano State Government Dr. Abdullahi Baffa Bichi.
“The Managing Director is suspended for alleged involvement in an inappropriate sale of grains belonging to Kano State Government.
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“Dr. Dayyabu is directed to hand over the affairs of the company to the most senior officer immediately pending the outcome of further investigation.”
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