Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has approved a minor cabinet reshuffle and senior staff redeployment in the state civil service.
The decision, according to a Monday statement signed by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Dawakin-Tofa, is “part of ongoing efforts to strengthen governance and improve service delivery across key ministries.”
According to the directive, the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Haruna Dederi has been moved to the Ministry of Transport.
The Solicitor General and Permanent Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad, has been redeployed to the Ministry of Environment as Permanent Secretary.
The Commissioner of Humanitarian Affairs, who had been overseeing the Ministry of Transport in an acting capacity, is to return to his substantive role.
“All officials affected by the reassignments are to formally hand over the affairs of their offices to the most senior official in the ministry.
“The handing over and taking over exercise is to be completed immediately, with effect from Tuesday, September 23, 2025, before close of business,” the statement read
Reiterating his administration’s commitment to transparency and performance, Governor Yusuf said, “This redeployment is intended to maximise capacity, align responsibilities, and ensure that government delivers effective results on its mandate to the people of Kano State.
“We remain committed to accountability, efficiency, and purposeful leadership that meets the expectations of our citizens.”
The governor also urged appointees and civil servants to give their full support to the newly redeployed officials.
“I expect maximum cooperation from all concerned so that the transition is smooth and productive,” he said.
