Kano Assembly Confirms Six New Commissioners Under Yusuf

On October 26, 2026, the Kano State House of Assembly, led by Speaker Rt. Hon. Jibril Isma’il Falgore, screened and confirmed six individuals as commissioners under Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. The confirmed nominees are Air Commodore Salisu Yusha’u (Rtd.), Hon. Ibrahim Namadi, Professor Sani Lawan, Hon. Muktar Ishaq Yakasai, Dr. Aminu Ibrahim Tsanyawa, and Hon. Idris Garba Mustapha.

The Chief Press Secretary to the State House of Assembly, Kamaluddeen Sani Shawai, issued a statement regarding the confirmation. During the plenary session, each nominee introduced themselves, and members expressed satisfaction with their qualifications, experience, competence, and suitability for their roles, emphasizing the importance of their services for the ongoing development of Kano State.

Contributions to the deliberations were made by several members, including Hon. Doguwa, Hon. Tudun Wada, Hon. Fagge, Hon. Kiru, Hon. Madobi, Hon. Dala, and Hon. Aliyu Bagwai / Shanono. Ultimately, all nominees were confirmed by the Assembly.