The Governor of Kano State, Abba Yusuf, has publicly accused his predecessor, Abdullahi Ganduje, of leaving the state’s treasury empty and deeply in debt.
The allegation has sparked a fresh political clash over the financial health of one of Nigeria’s largest states.
Governor Yusuf claimed that through prudent management, his administration has reversed the situation, with billions of naira now available in government accounts. He stated that the previous government engaged in reckless financial practices that crippled the state’s economy.
The governor made these remarks during the official distribution of permanent appointment letters to 4,315 former teachers in Kano on Thursday. A statement from his Director General of Media and Publicity, Sanusi Tofa, provided further details on Saturday.
A key point of contention was the previous administration’s use of tax consultants. Yusuf alleged that over 128 consultants were engaged but failed to deliver any tangible results for the state.
“If they believe in themselves, they should come forward and show us the tangible work they did in Kano,” Governor Yusuf was quoted as saying. “Instead, they exhausted the treasury to the extent that Kano was left indebted to banks.”
The governor outlined his administration’s strategy, which involved blocking financial leakages to ensure public funds are used for the people’s welfare. He pointed to the state’s improved performance in national examinations as evidence that their investment in education is paying off.
“We have sacrificed our own comfort to make sure Kano’s money is spent on the people, not on leaders. That is our guiding principle, and we will not compromise it,” he pledged.
He vowed that his government would continue to channel resources into key areas like education, healthcare, and infrastructure while maintaining a stance of transparency and accountability.
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