Kano Deputy Governor Aminu Abdussalam Resigns Amid Financial Allegations and Impeachment Threats from State Assembly

Aminu Abdussalam resigns as Kano Deputy Governor following financial allegations, citing a desire for state stability and focus on 2027 political strategies.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 27, 2026, 4:41 PM EDT

Source: The information in this article was sourced from THISDAYLIVE

A Strategic Exit Amidst Legislative Pressure

Kano State Deputy Governor Aminu Abdussalam has tendered his resignation, a decision made public on Friday through the Kwankwasiyya Movement. According to a statement by spokesperson Dr. Habibu Mohammed, the move was necessitated by the need to maintain governance stability within the state. The resignation comes at a critical juncture for the administration, as Abdussalam noted that recent political circumstances had significantly hindered his ability to fulfill the responsibilities of his office. By stepping aside, the former deputy governor claims to be prioritizing the public interest over his personal tenure, allowing the executive branch to function without the shadow of his ongoing legal and political disputes.

Maintaining Innocence Against Financial Allegations

The departure follows a high stakes confrontation with the Kano State House of Assembly, which had recently issued a two week ultimatum for Abdussalam to answer to charges of financial misconduct. These allegations stem from his previous role as the Commissioner for Local Government Affairs between 2023 and 2024. Despite the looming threat of impeachment, the statement from his camp emphasized that this resignation is not an admission of guilt. Abdussalam maintains that his record in public service is a testament to his integrity and that the accusations brought forward by the executive petition are without merit. He framed his exit as an act of statesmanship intended to de-escalate tensions within the Kano political landscape.

Political Realignment for the Kwankwasiyya Movement

Following his exit from the state cabinet, Abdussalam intends to pivot his focus toward the internal structures of the Kwankwasiyya Movement. According to his spokesperson, the former deputy governor will dedicate his energy to rebuilding political strategies and engaging in critical realignments as the 2027 general elections approach. This transition suggests a calculated effort to consolidate the movement’s influence in Northern Nigeria, focusing on a vision of people oriented leadership and social justice outside the constraints of his former government office. This move highlights the shifting dynamics within Kano’s ruling political faction as it prepares for future electoral challenges.