Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has initiated an investigation into reports of salary deductions and delayed payments affecting civil servants, describing the issue as a severe violation of workers’ rights and a betrayal of public trust.
Speaking through the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Umar Faruk Ibrahim, Governor Yusuf announced the formation of a seven-member committee tasked with determining whether these financial discrepancies were the result of technical lapses or deliberate fraud. The committee has been given a seven-day deadline to conclude its findings.
A statement from his spokesperson, Sanusi Bature, conveyed the governor’s deep concern over reports that some workers had gone unpaid for months. Yusuf vowed that those responsible for the irregularities would be held accountable.
“This administration will not tolerate any injustice against our workers. Anyone found complicit in this reprehensible act will face the full wrath of the law,” the governor declared.
The newly established committee is mandated to conduct a thorough audit of the state’s payroll system from October 2024 to February 2025, identify affected employees, assess the financial damage, and propose necessary corrective and punitive actions.
The committee is chaired by Hon. Abdulkadir Abdussalam, Commissioner for Rural & Community Development and a former State Accountant General. Other members include:
– Dr. Bashir Abdu Muzakkari – Special Adviser on Digital Economy
– Dr. Aliyu Isa Aliyu – Director-General, Kano State Bureau of Statistics
– Dr. Hamisu Sadi Ali – Director-General, Kano State Debt Management Office
– Hajiya Zainab Abdulkadir – Director, Kano State Computer Centre
– Aliyu Muhammad Sani – Director, Research & Evaluation, REPA Directorate, SSG’s Office
– Ummulkulthum Ladan Kailani – Senior Assistant Secretary (AGS), SSG’s Office (Secretary & Co-Secretary)
Governor Yusuf reiterated his administration’s commitment to ensuring that civil servants receive their salaries on time and are treated fairly. He warned that anyone found guilty of exploiting workers would face severe consequences.
“The era of shortchanging our workers is over. This is a government of accountability, and no one will be spared if found guilty,” Yusuf affirmed.
With the committee set to begin its investigation, there is growing anticipation that the probe will expose payroll fraud, restore confidence in the system, and safeguard the rights of Kano’s civil servants.
