2026 Polls: Governor Abba Orders Appointees Seeking Elective Offices to Step Down by March 31

By Anas Abbas

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has ordered all political appointees aspiring to contest in the 2026 general elections to resign from their positions in compliance with electoral laws.

The directive announced, was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa.

According to the statement, the order was formally communicated through a circular signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Umar Farouk Ibrahim. The circular stressed the importance of adhering strictly to regulations guiding the conduct of public office holders.

It explained that the decision aligns with Section 88(1) of the Electoral Act, 2026, which governs the involvement of public officials in partisan political activities.

The government noted that the move is intended to promote neutrality, accountability, and integrity within the public service, while also ensuring a level playing field for all aspirants ahead of the polls.

The circular further directed that all affected appointees must resign or retire, where applicable, on or before March 31, 2026.

Meanwhile, Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) across the state have been instructed to widely disseminate the directive and ensure strict compliance.