"Governor Suspends Commissioner Over Ramadan Program Scandal"

Jimba media April 06, 2024

Governor Umar A Namadi of Jigawa State has taken decisive action by suspending Alhaji Aminu Kanta, the Commissioner of Commerce, pending a thorough investigation into the alleged mismanagement of funds allocated for the Ramadan Iftar feeding program in Babura Local Government Area.

This development, aimed at ensuring financial accountability and prudent management of public funds, was announced in a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Malam Bala Ibrahim.

According to the statement, Governor Namadi directed the suspension of Alhaji Aminu Kanta through a formal letter conveyed by the Secretary to the Jigawa State Government, Malam Bala Ibrahim.

Allegations against the suspended commissioner include his involvement in the mismanagement of funds allocated for the Iftar feeding program in Babura Local Government Area. The suspension, effective immediately, underscores the state government's commitment to upholding transparency and accountability in governance.

The decision to suspend the commissioner underscores the gravity of the allegations and reflects the state government's zero-tolerance policy towards financial misconduct and maladministration.

This move by Governor Namadi reaffirms his administration's commitment to fostering good governance, financial transparency, and accountability across all levels of government operations in Jigawa State. It also sends a strong message of deterrence to public officials entrusted with the responsibility of managing public funds.

The suspension of Alhaji Aminu Kanta underscores the importance of ensuring that public officials are held accountable for their actions and that due process is followed in investigating allegations of financial impropriety.

As the investigation unfolds, stakeholders and the general public await further updates on the outcome and any subsequent actions that may be taken in response to the findings.

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