Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has directed all council members and political appointees intending to contest in the 2027 general elections to resign from their positions before Tuesday, 31st March 2026.
The directive, aimed at ensuring compliance with the Electoral Act 2026, was communicated in an official circular issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Umar Farouk Ibrahim. The circular emphasizes the need for strict adherence to laws governing the conduct of public office holders.
According to the circular, the decision aligns with Section 88(1) of the Electoral Act 2026, which regulates the participation of public officers in partisan political activities. The measure is intended to uphold neutrality, integrity, and accountability within the public service, while providing a level playing field for all political aspirants.
Political appointees seeking elective offices are therefore required to resign or retire as applicable on or before the specified deadline. The circular also directs all ministries, departments, and agencies to give the notice the widest publicity and ensure full compliance.
The statement was signed by Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Director General, Media and Publicity, Government House Kano.
