Deductions
By Ahmed Mohammad Kano
Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has issued a stern warning regarding reports of salary underpayment and non-payment affecting state civil servants, calling it an unacceptable violation of workers’ rights and a betrayal of public trust.
The governor has inaugurated a seven-member investigative committee, chaired by Hon. Abdulkadir Abdussalam, to uncover the root causes of the discrepancies.
The committee includes top government officials and financial experts with deep knowledge of payroll systems.
Committee Members are Abdulkadir Abdussalam_ – Chairman, Commissioner for Rural & Community Development
Dr. Bashir Abdu Muzakkari_ – Member, Special Adviser on Digital Economy, Dr. Aliyu Isa Aliyu_ – Member, Director-General, Kano State Bureau of Statistics.
Dr. Hamisu Sadi Ali, Member, Director-General, Kano State Debt Management Office, Hajiya Zainab Abdulkadir_ – Member, Director, Kano State Computer Centre, Aliyu Muhammad Sani_ – Secretary, Director, Research & Evaluation, REPA Directorate, SSG’s Office.
Ummulkulthum Ladan Kailani_ – Co-Secretary, Senior Assistant Secretary (AGS), Admin. & General Services Directorate, SSG’s Office
The committee has seven days to submit a comprehensive report outlining those responsible, the extent of the financial malpractice, and lasting solutions to prevent future occurrences.
Governor Yusuf assured civil servants that his administration is committed to justice, transparency, and prompt payment of salaries, warning that anyone found guilty of exploiting workers will face severe consequences.
