In a decisive move to strengthen governance and enhance service delivery, Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved a series of appointments and promotions.
This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Wednesday.
The latest changes bring in experienced professionals and dynamic young leaders, reinforcing the administration’s commitment to excellence, efficiency, and inclusive governance.
Those appointed and or promoted to various positions are as follows:
1- Architect Hauwa Hassan Tudun Wada has been appointed as the Managing Director of the Kano Urban Planning and Development Authority (KNUPDA).
She is a Fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Architects and the Vice Chairperson of Female Architects in Nigeria.
Before this appointment, she served as a Professional Architect at the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA).
Hauwa holds ND, HND, BSc, and MSc degrees in Architecture from Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, and is among the first female architects from Kano to excel in the profession.
2- Mustapha Muhammad has been named as the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor and deputy official spokesperson.
A veteran journalist with over two decades of experience, he previously served as a Senior Broadcaster at the BBC.
He holds BSc and MSc degrees in Mass Communication and is currently pursuing a PhD in the same field.
In his new role, he is expected to work under the Director General, Media and Publicity to support media engagement and communication strategies for the present administration.
3- Auwal Lawan Aramposu has been appointed as the Deputy Managing Director of the Kano Road Traffic Agency (KAROTA).
He was the immediate past Chairman of Nasarawa Local Government and had previously served as Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on ICT to a former Kano State governor.
4- Dr. Tukur Dayyabu Minjibir has been appointed as the Special Adviser to the Governor on Agriculture.
He is a former Managing Director of Kano Agricultural Supply Company and a Senior Lecturer at Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria.
Dr. Minjibir holds a PhD in Agricultural Engineering, with a specialization in agricultural mechanization.
In addition to these key appointments, Governor Yusuf has approved the promotion of two senior officials.
1- Zulaihat Yusuf Aji has been promoted to Deputy Managing Director of Radio Kano.
Before her new appointment, she served as Senior Special Assistant on Broadcast (1) at the Media and Public Relations Directorate, Government House.
A seasoned journalist, Zulaihat previously worked with Freedom Radio Kano, where she built a career spanning over a decade.
2- Engineer Abduljabbar Nanono has been elevated to Deputy Managing Director of KHEDCO.
He holds a Master’s Degree in Renewable Energy and previously served as Senior Special Assistant on Renewable Energy.
All appointments and promotions take immediate effect, reflecting Governor Yusuf’s commitment to a more efficient, inclusive, and result-driven administration.
While congratulating the new appointees, the governor assured them of his immense support and urged them to work diligently in their respective roles to contribute to the development of Kano State.
