Kano Governor Yusuf Sacks Head of Service After APC Switch

On Tuesday, March 11, 2026, Abba Kabir Yusuf, the Governor of Kano State, announced the dismissal of Alhaji Abdullahi Musa from his position as Head of Service. This decision comes just days after Yusuf's defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC) from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP).

The governor's statement, issued by his spokesperson Sunusi Batur, indicated that the dismissal is part of ongoing efforts to improve the efficiency and discipline of the state civil service and enhance service delivery across government institutions. Governor Yusuf expressed gratitude for Musa's contributions during his tenure and wished him success in future endeavors.

The governor has appointed Hajiya Bilkisu Shehu Maimota as the acting Permanent Secretary in the Administration and General Services Cabinet Office until a substantive Head of Service is appointed. This reshuffle is seen as part of a broader political strategy following the governor's recent party switch and amid ongoing political tensions within the state.