Kano State’s Deputy Governor, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, was noticeably absent from the 38th Executive Council meeting, chaired by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, amidst ongoing impeachment proceedings against him.
The Kano State House of Assembly has initiated impeachment proceedings against Gwarzo, citing allegations of gross misconduct, abuse of office, and breach of public trust.
The allegations include diversion of local government funds, with claims that Gwarzo received kickbacks totaling N462 million between June 2023 and January 2024.
He also allegedly facilitated payments of N440 million to a pharmaceutical company, NovoMed Pharmaceuticals Limited, in violation of state procurement laws.
Gwarzo’s absence from the meeting has sparked speculation about his position, especially since he has not publicly responded to the allegations.
The impeachment process is expected to follow constitutional procedures, with the Assembly potentially forming an investigative panel to examine the claims.
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