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Tuesday, May 20, 2025

Kano: Governor Yusuf swears in security commissioner

Before this appointment, Mr Umaru served as director-general of the Special Services Directorate at the Kano State Government House.

• May 20, 2025
Kano Governor Abba Yusuf
Kano Governor Abba Yusuf [Photo Credit: Premium Times Nigeria]

Governor Abba Yusuf swore in Ibrahim Umaru on Monday as Commissioner for Internal Security and Special Services.

The ceremony was held at the start of the 28th Kano State Executive Council meeting, which took place at Kwankwasiyya City.

This was disclosed in a statement by the governor’s chief press secretary, Mustapha Muhammad, on Monday.

The governor noted that Mr Umaru was appointed based on merit and his proven ability to coordinate security agencies’ operations across the state effectively.

“Umaru’s expertise in critical security roles and his distinguished military career make him ideal to lead our internal security efforts,” he stated.

Mr  Yusuf urged the new commissioner to apply his experience in tackling Kano’s security challenges.

“I expect him to work tirelessly to keep Kano safe and prosperous for all citizens,” the governor added.

Before this appointment, Mr Umaru served as director-general of the Special Services Directorate at the Kano State Government House.

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