Mohammed Shosanya
Jigawa State Governor, Malam Umar Namadi, has suspended the Commissioner for Special Duties, Auwalu Sankara, pending an investigation into allegations made by the Kano State Hisbah Board.
Kano State Hisbah Board had arrested, and detained Auwalu Danladi Sankara, in an uncompleted building allegedly with a married woman.
The board’s Director General, Dr Abba Sufi, confirmed Sankara’s arrest with the married woman on Friday evening.
But,the commissioner in a statement issued on Friday night, denied the allegations, describing them as false, baseless, and malicious.
Reacting,Governor Malam Umar Namadi, on Saturday approved the immediate suspension of Sankara pending an investigation into the allegations.
This was contained in a statement signed by the Secretary to the Government of Jigawa State Malam Bala Ibrahim.
Ibrahim said the decision comes in light of recent claims that necessitate a thorough examination to ensure transparency and uphold the integrity of the State Administration.
He emphasized the commitment to accountability and adherence to ethical standards in governance by Governor Malam Umar A. Namadi.
He added:“The suspension is a precautionary measure intended to facilitate a fair investigation,” said the Secretary to the State Government, Malam Bala Ibrahim.We take all allegations seriously and are dedicated to upholding the trust of Jigawa citizens in the government”.
