Governor Abba Yusuf has forwarded the name of Murtala Sule Garo to the Kano State House of Assembly for screening and confirmation as deputy governor.
Garo, who is the son-in-law of former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, was nominated following the vacancy created by the resignation of Aminu Gwarzo on March 27, 2026.
Gwarzo had stepped down after a fallout with the governor and a looming impeachment by the state assembly over allegations including gross misconduct, abuse of office, and financial impropriety. After his exit, Yusuf accused him of attempting to unseat him.
In a statement issued on Tuesday by his Chief Press Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad, the governor said the nomination complies with constitutional provisions.
“The nomination is in line with Section 191(3) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), which empowers the Governor to nominate a Deputy Governor where a vacancy exists,” the statement read.
“Following wide consultations with key stakeholders, the Governor has requested the Assembly to grant the necessary approval for Garo’s nomination.”
Muhammad described the nominee as experienced in public service, highlighting his track record across various roles.
“48 year old Murtala Sule Garo is a season political administrator with over two decades of service in both elective and appointed positions.
“He has served as State Organising Secretary of his party, Special Adviser to Kano State Governor and elected Kabo Local Government Chairman.
“He also served as Chairman of ALGON Kano, Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, and Deputy Governorship Candidate of the APC in the 2023 general elections.”
The governor’s aide added that the nomination is aimed at reinforcing governance and ensuring continuity in service delivery across the state.
