The Kano State Commissioner for Transport, Ibrahim Namadi, has tendered his resignation following allegations linking him to the bail of a suspected drug trafficker, Sulaiman Danwawu.
Mr Namadi stepped down just hours after Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf received the findings of a panel set up to investigate his alleged role in the controversial bail process.
His resignation was confirmed in an official statement released on Wednesday.
In the statement, Mr Namadi cited the sensitive nature of the allegations and the need to uphold public trust as reasons for his decision.
“As a member of an administration that has consistently championed the fight against illicit drugs, it behoves me to take this step—painful as it may be,” he said, while maintaining his innocence.
He also reaffirmed his commitment to good governance and thanked Governor Yusuf for the opportunity to serve the people of Kano State.
Reacting to the development, Governor Yusuf accepted the resignation and reiterated his government’s zero-tolerance stance on drug-related offences.
He also emphasized the importance of discipline and caution among public officials, especially when dealing with issues of public interest.
The governor reminded political appointees to always seek clearance from appropriate authorities before involving themselves in sensitive matters.
Mr Danwawu, whose bail sparked the controversy, is currently under investigation for alleged drug-related activities.