The Governor of Kano State, Abba Yusuf, on Monday inaugurated the new Chairmen, Commissioners, and members of the Sharia, Zakkat, and Hubusi Commissions in a move aimed at further strengthening the state’s Islamic governance framework.
The announcement was made public in a statement from the governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi DawakinTofa, on Tuesday.
During the inauguration, Governor Yusuf highlighted the influential role of Kano in the Islamic world, noting the state’s numerous renowned scholars, Islamiyya schools, and Islamic study centres.
He reaffirmed the importance of these commissions in maintaining the state’s Islamic values and improving the well-being of its people.
The governor emphasised that the appointees were chosen based on merit, competence, and trustworthiness, and expressed his confidence in their ability to carry out their duties with dedication, enthusiasm, and integrity.
Yusuf outlined specific responsibilities for each commission. He tasked the Sharia Commission with fostering unity among Muslim faithful of all sects to promote peace, stability, and socio-economic development in Kano.
In addition, the Zakkat and Hubusi Commissions were given the responsibility of developing effective strategies for collecting alms (Zakkat) from wealthy individuals, aiming to support the less privileged and reduce poverty to the minimum.
Sharia Commission Appointments
The newly appointed Sharia Commission is chaired by Sheikh Abbas Abubakar Daneji, with Malam Yahaya Gwani Hadi and Sheikh Ali Dan Abba serving as Permanent Commissioners I and II, respectively.
Other members of the commission include Malam Abubakar Mai Ashafa, Malam Naziru Saminu Dorayi, Sheikh Mukhtar Mama, Sheikh Ibrahim Inuwa, Malam Adamu Ibrahim, Alhaji Abubakar Sharif Bala, Alhaji Yawale Suleiman Gulu, Malam Aliyu Umar, Alhaji Muhammad Kabir Na’bi, and Malam Nasiru Sheikh Aliyu Harazimi. Sheikh Dr. Sani Ashir will serve as the Secretary.
Zakkat and Hubusi Commission Appointments
The Zakkat and Hubusi Commission will be chaired by Barrister Habibu Dan Almajiri, with Sheikh Nafi’u Umar Harazami and Dr. Ali Quraish appointed as Permanent Commissioners I and II, respectively.
Other members of the commission include Malam Yahaya Muhammad Kwana Hudu, Sheikh Hassan Sani Kafinga, Sheikh Arabi Tudun Nufawa, Malam Sani Sharif Umar, Professor Garba Muhammadu Tofa, Malam Adamu Muhammadu Andawo, Malam Surajo Usman, Sheikh Adamu Guda, Malam Inuwa Mustapha, Malam Nura Badamasi, Malam Abdullahi Sarkin Sharifai, and a representative from the Kano State Civil Service Commission.
Governor Yusuf expressed his strong belief that the newly inaugurated officials would carry out their responsibilities diligently and contribute to the advancement of Islamic governance and social welfare in Kano.
He also underscored the importance of their roles in tackling poverty and ensuring social justice across the state.
