Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, on Tuesday administered the oath of office on Murtala Sule Garo as the new Deputy Governor of the state. The swearing-in, initially slated for the Coronation Hall, was relocated to the Africa House inside the Government House premises in Kano. Speaking shortly after taking……
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, on Tuesday administered the oath of office on Murtala Sule Garo as the new Deputy Governor of the state.
The swearing-in, initially slated for the Coronation Hall, was relocated to the Africa House inside the Government House premises in Kano.
Speaking shortly after taking the oath of office, Garo pledged loyalty and commitment to the Yusuf-led administration, promising to strengthen governance and sustain ongoing development efforts.
He said he would work diligently to support the government’s agenda, stressing his commitment to unity, continuity, and service delivery across the state.
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The ceremony attracted prominent political figures, including former governors Abdullahi Umar Ganduje and Ibrahim Shekarau, alongside other top government officials and stakeholders.
The appointment comes after the resignation of former Deputy Governor Aminu Gwarzo, who stepped down on March 27, 2026, amid rising political tensions, allegations of misconduct, and impeachment moves by the State House of Assembly.
He later joined and subsequently resigned from the African Democratic Congress in May 2026.
Garo, a former Commissioner for Local Government Affairs in Kano State, was nominated to fill the vacant position.
He was sworn in by the State Chief Judge in the presence of Governor Yusuf at the Government House, Kano.
Reacting to the development, former media aide to late ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, Bashir Ahmad, wrote on X:
“Congratulations to H.E. Murtala Sule Garo on his inauguration as the Deputy Governor of Kano State.
“I wish him great success in this new role as he works alongside Gov. Abba K. Yusuf to advance the development and prosperity of our dear state.”
