Kano, Nigeria –  The Nigeria Police have reinstated their presence at the Kano Anti-Corruption Agency, as confirmed by Chairman Muhuyi Magaji in an address to journalists on Friday morning at his office.

Magaji, while speaking, underscored the importance of the nearly decade-long positive working relationship between the agency and the police. He acknowledged the inherent challenges in combating corruption, emphasizing the vital role of cooperation from security agencies.

“We appreciate their cooperation and the security agencies’ efforts in allaying fears,” Magaji stated, highlighting the ongoing personal audit being conducted. He reassured the public that despite recent developments, critical assignments are being diligently managed by both the police and the agency.

There are cases prone to compromise, but we have remained steadfast in our professionalism, which reflects in our success,” Magaji asserted. He cited instances where states like Bauchi and Benue have expressed interest in emulating Kano’s anti-corruption efforts.

Expressing gratitude to the media for their support, Magaji affirmed the agency’s unwavering commitment to its mandate and vowed not to be swayed from their objectives. “We must be resilient and persistent,” he declared, assuring the government and people of Kano State of their dedication.

About 40 policemen providing security and investigation support to Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission have been withdrawn by the Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun.

The withdrawal follows investigations of multi-billion naira corruption against the national chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, Abdullahi Ganduje.

DAILY NIGERIAN gathered that the IGP gave the order for the withdrawal of the policemen to the State Commissioner of Police Usaini Gumel on Thursday.

affected policemen read: “Order and Directives to all officers and men of the Nigeria police force attached to public complaint and Anti corruption commission Kano State are warned directed to report back to Command headquarters with immediate effect those with high profile cases to hand over such to Head of Operations immediately all to acknowledge please.”

A credible source at the commission told our reporter that some of the policemen are helping the commission anti-corruption investigations, providing security to the commission’s headquarters and other seized properties under investigation.

When contacted on the matter, the force public relations officer, Muyiwa Adejobi, neither responded to a call or reply to a message sent to his known phone number at the time of filing this report.

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Ogun State Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (OGUNCCIMA) has described the Dangote Group as the driving force of the Gateway International Trade Fair.

This is just as companies under the leading African Indigenous Conglomerate, Dangote Industries Limited, hit the trade fair with their various products as part of strategies to increase market share and deepen customers’ affection.

The President of the chamber, Engr. Mike Akingbade, stated this when Ogun state governor, Dapo Abiodun officially opened the 13th edition of the Trade Fair at the M.K.O Abiola Trade Fair Complex, Oke Mosan, Abeokuta

Akingbade lauded the support of Dangote Group in sustaining the Trade Fair, which he noted has led to the prosperity of the state and economic freedom for the people.

“A special commendation must be given to Dangote Industries Limited which has remained the major sponsor of the Gateway International Trade Fair for many years. The committed support of the Dangote Group is the elixir with which the trade fair is activated and OGUNCCINA is eternally grateful for the wonderful gesture of the company,” he said.

He said the 13th Gateway International Trade Fair with the theme: “Achieving Economic Prosperity through Business Connection, Trade and Investment, “is aimed among others, to allow businesses to expand their reach, access new markets, and diversify their customer base. He emphasized that forging robust business connections, participating in trade activities, and making strategic investments will unlock new markets, stimulate economic growth, and enhance overall prosperity.

The Regional Sales Director, Dangote Cement PLC, Lagos/Ogun, Mr Tunde Mabogunje in his goodwill address, assured Ogun state government and OGUNCIMMA of the continuous support of the company, noting that the Group is dedicated to enhancing the prosperity of Nigeria by creating opportunities for Nigerians and businesses in the country.