Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, on Sunday, inaugurated the 44 newly elected local government council chairmen from the New Nigeria People’s Party, lauding the process as “the most peaceful election ever conducted in the state.”
Addressing the gathering at the Africa House, Government House, Kano, Yusuf, represented by his Deputy, commended the Kano State Independent Electoral Commission for conducting a transparent and credible election.
“In spite of distractions from certain politicians who sought to halt the elections for selfish reasons, KANSIEC’s thorough and foolproof work ensured a smooth process,” he noted.
Reflecting on the government’s approach to local governance, he highlighted that upon assuming office, his administration resisted pressure to dissolve the existing local councils, even though all members were from the opposition APC.
“We maintained…
