From Garba Abdullahi Bagwai, in Kano
The Chairman of the Kano State Independent Electoral Commission (KANSIEC), Professor Sani Lawal Malumfashi, has resigned following his nomination by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for appointment as a commissioner.
The resignation was announced in a statement issued by Bashir Habib Yahya, Media Aide to the KANSIEC chairman, who disclosed that Malumfashi communicated his decision during a farewell address to the commission’s commissioners and staff.
In his farewell address, the outgoing chairman expressed appreciation to the commissioners and staff for their support and cooperation throughout his tenure, particularly during the conduct of the 2024 local government elections in Kano State.
Professor Malumfashi acknowledged the contributions of the commission’s personnel to the electoral process and commended their commitment and cooperation during his leadership of the institution.
He also thanked them for their support in carrying out the commission’s responsibilities.
