Kano Gov Asks Appointed Govt Officials Seeking ‘Elective Office’ To Resign Before March 31
Ahead of the 2027 General Election, Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has directed all appointed government officials in the state who are planning to seek ‘elective office’ to resign from their positions in compliance with the provisions of the Electoral Act.
Team@orientactualmags.com learned that the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Tofa, who disclosed this in a statement he issued on Wednesday, also noted that the directive was conveyed through a circular issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Ibrahim, while emphasizing the need adhere strictly to extant electoral laws.
The circular noted that the decision aligns with Section 88(1) of the Electoral Act, 2026, which regulates the participation of public office holders in partisan political activities.
‘Political appointees who intend to contest in the forthcoming elections are required to resign or retire, as applicable, on or before Tuesday, March 31, 2026’ the statement said.
The state government has also directed all Ministries, Departments and Agencies to give the circular wide publicity and ensure full compliance-Team@orientactualmags.com Do you have any information you wish to share with us? Do you want us to cover your event or programme? Kindly send SMS to 08035023079, 08059100286, 09094171980 or get in touch via orientactualmag@gmail.com. Thank you
