Gov. Yusuf Sacks Kano Head Of Service, Appoints Replacement 

The Executive Governor of Kano State, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has relieved the State Head of Service, Abdullahi Musa, of his appointment with immediate effect.

In a statement by the Director General, Media and Publicity to the Governor, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa seen by Politics Nigeria, the decision is part of the ongoing efforts by the present administration to reposition the state civil service for greater efficiency, discipline, and improved service delivery across all government institutions.

Governor Yusuf expressed appreciation to the outgoing Head of Service for his contributions and dedication to the service of the State

The statement further directed that Bilkisu Shehu Maimota, the Permanent Secretary, Admin and General Services at the Cabinet Office, to serve in an acting capacity pending the appointment of a substantive Head of Service.

It notes that the outgoing Head of Service is directed to handover the affairs of the office to the Ag. Head of Service latest Wednesday 11th March, 2026