Governor Abba Kabiru Yusuf has approved the sum of ₦15,667,634,645.10 for the settlement of outstanding severance allowance and gratuity of All Progressives Congress (APC) councillors.

The affected Councillors who served under the immediate past Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje for eight have cause to rejoice with the generosity of Governor Yusuf.

The rare magnanimity of Governor Yusuf to offset the huge debt that Ganduje failed to settle even with political affinity, underscores the culture of politics without bitterness being ensued by the New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP) administration in Kano.

This is not isolated from the over all people centered philosophy of Governor Yusuf’s administration which had earlier paid in less than two years over N20 billion of the outstanding benefits of retired and deceased workers out of the over N40 billion liabilities it inherited from the eight-year Ganduje Administration.

It should be recalled that the Ganduje Administration had received bail-out funds from the Buhari led Federal Government but failed to settle liabilities of indigent workers further aggravating widespread poverty in the state. According to the leadership of the APC Councilors this neglect of over 3000 grass root community leaders was one of the reasons for the failure of the party to win the 2024 Gubernatorial Election.

This sense of responsibility and exemplification of social justice by Governor Abba continues to make him more acceptable to the masses while at the same time making Ganduje and his party more unpopular as they are seen as elite-family orientated and inclined only to their selfish interests.

The decision to release the outstanding allowances to the APC loyalists was part of resolution made at the end of 27th Executive Council Meeting of Kano State Government presided over by Governor Yusuf on Tuesday at the new Governor house at Kwankwasiyya city.

The Council deliberated on several matters of public interest and subsequently considered approval for a total sum of ₦51,575,700,575.96 for execution of key projects and programs aimed at promoting good governance and enhancing the wellbeing of the citizens of the State.

The managing Director Kano State Housing Corporation Alh, Abdullahi Rabiu has applauds Civil servants in the state for their dedication and commitment, hailing them as drivers of progress.

While recognizing the invaluable contributions of the workforce to the development of the state, Alh Abdullahi Rabi’u who extolled Governor Abba Kabir commitment to prompt payment of salary since his inception as the dully elected governor of Kano State, a gesture that is widely appreciated across the civil service community.

“As we mark this year’s Workers’ Day, we acknowledge the hard work and sacrifices of our public servants, especially among the staffers of the corporation who remain committed to excellence, even in challenging times.” The MD Asserted.

The managing Director said the timely payment of salary stands as a reflection of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s commitment to workers’ rights and welfare across Kano State.

Under the leadership of Abdullahi Rabiu, the corporation has evolved high standards of transparency, service delivery, and accountability, fostering trust and confidence among its staff.

The Staff of the corporation have commended the managing Director for his continued gesture, describing it as a welcomed development.

In a statement signed by Director Public Relations and Enlightenment
Kano State Housing Corporation muhammad Dahitu Idris  said the MD further remarked that as the nation observed workers day, he encourages all civil servants to remain committed, resolute, coherent, innovative, and service oriented towards continued transformation of Kano State.

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Forum of former APC Councilors in Kano have commended Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for approving over N15 Billion Naira to settle their outstanding severance packages and gratuities.

Speaking during a thank you visit to the honorable commissioner of information and internal affairs Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, leadership of the councilors forum Sunusi Kata Madobi applauded the Governor for his generosity and kind heart.

Two former councilors from each of the 44 local government areas in the state gathered at the ministry on Thursday to meet the commissioner and show their appreciation for the role he played in securing the approval of the money.

The visibility excited Kata Madobi thank the commissioner for working day and night as their grant patron to ensure that the request is granted by the governor, praying for Abba Kabir Yusuf to secure a 2nd term in office in 2027.

The forum with members over 3,000 across the state has expressed commitment to support the administration of Abba Kabir Yusuf to succeed

Responding, the commissioner of information and internal affairs Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya expressed appreciation for the visit and assured them of his continue support for their welfare after being neglected for years by their party.

Comrade Waiya also assured the APC Councilors of Governor Abba’s commitment to the welfare of Kano citizens irrespective of party affiliation and ideology.

The Commissioner said, the doors of the NNPP are always open, as the former councilors indicated interest to support the party.

This significant financial package targets councillors who served during three distinct periods: 2014-2017, 2018-2020, and 2021-2024. The funds are set to be disbursed in three installments across April, May, and June 2025