Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has strongly refuted corruption allegations leveled against Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement, by the former Secretary to the State Government, Abdullahi Baffa Bichi.
Speaking on Sunday during a meeting with 484 councillors from the state’s 44 local government areas, Governor Yusuf dismissed the claims—made in a viral video—as false, malicious, and politically motivated.
The video alleged that the current administration had misappropriated more funds in two years than former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje’s government did in eight, and accused Senator Kwankwaso of receiving N2 billion monthly from the state treasury.
Governor Yusuf described the claims as outright lies aimed at damaging Kwankwaso’s image and discrediting his administration. “A recently sacked official is behind these fabrications. If he had genuine concerns, why remain silent while in office?” Yusuf questioned.
He criticized Bichi’s remarks as reckless and harmful, warning that such behavior erodes respect for public institutions and leaders—especially among the youth.
“Our society is at risk when elders are insulted without consequence. This must stop. We are taking steps to address it,” the governor stated.
Governor Yusuf defended Kwankwaso’s legacy, citing his contributions at both state and national levels. “It is unfortunate that someone with little to show would attempt to smear a leader with such an accomplished record,” he said.
He also cautioned media houses, especially radio stations, against broadcasting unverified and incendiary content. “Those promoting such narratives should know we’re monitoring closely. Continued irresponsibility will not go unchecked,” he warned.
Reaffirming loyalty to Kwankwaso, Governor Yusuf said, “Wherever he goes, we go with him. We remain proud of his leadership.”
The governor urged elected officials to stay united and focus on development in key sectors such as education, healthcare, and agriculture. He added that any official found mismanaging public funds would be removed, and plans are underway to renovate local government secretariats to enhance rural development, service delivery, and security.
