JUST IN: Kano commissioner resigns after Gov Yusuf’s defection to APC

The Commissioner for Science, Expertise and Innovation in Kano, Yusuf Ibrahim Kofarmata, has resigned his appointment with speedy impact, citing prevailing political turmoil within the state.

Kofarmata introduced his choice in a resignation letter addressed to the suitable authorities.

He mentioned the present political local weather might undermine the independence and impartiality required of his workplace.

Based on him, the rising environment of stress and expectations of loyalty and allegiance might create the notion or actuality of compromised judgement.

“The integrity of the State Commissioner’s function rests on the flexibility to behave with out undue affect, partisan strain, or divided allegiance,” Kofarmata mentioned.

He mentioned remaining in workplace below the circumstances would possibly erode public confidence within the establishment.

Kofarmata mentioned his choice to step apart was taken to safeguard the credibility of the workplace and protect his dedication to moral public service.

He expressed gratitude to the Kano state authorities for the chance to serve.

“I stay grateful for the chance to have served in numerous ministries and for the belief positioned in me throughout my tenure,” he mentioned.

Kofarmata mentioned his tenure allowed him to contribute to coverage reforms and growth efforts within the state.

He added that he hoped his resignation would allow the establishment to operate “with out query or constraint”.

Kofarmata formally requested that his resignation be accepted as his official discover of disengagement from the Kano state government council.

His resignation comes Governor Abba Yusuf resigned from the New Nigeria’s Peoples Get together and joined the All Progressives Congress.