By Uzair Adam
Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has sworn in the chairpersons, commissioners, and members of the Sharia and Zakkat and Hubusi Commissions.
In a statement on Tuesday, the governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi DawakinTofa, said the inauguration took place on Monday, with Yusuf emphasizing Kano’s significance in the Islamic world due to its many scholars, Islamiyya schools, and Islamic study centers.
The governor said the appointees were chosen based on merit, competence, and trustworthiness, expressing confidence in their ability to serve with dedication and integrity.
He tasked the Sharia Commission with fostering unity among Muslim sects to promote peace, stability, and economic growth in the state.
Similarly, he directed the Zakkat and Hubusi Commissions to develop effective strategies for collecting alms from the wealthy to support the less privileged and combat poverty.
Sheikh Abbas Abubakar Daneji was appointed chairman of the Sharia Commission, with Malam Yahaya Gwani Hadi and Sheikh Ali Dan Abba serving as permanent commissioners.
Other members include Malam Abubakar Mai Ashafa, Malam Naziru Saminu Dorayi, and several Islamic scholars. Sheikh Dr. Sani Ashir was named secretary.
For the Zakkat and Hubusi Commission, Barrister Habibu Dan Almajiri was appointed chairman, with Sheikh Nafi’u Umar Harazami and Dr. Ali Quraish serving as permanent commissioners.
Other members include religious leaders, academics, and a representative from the Kano State Civil Service Commission.
Governor Yusuf expressed confidence that the newly inaugurated officials would enhance Islamic governance and social welfare in Kano.