From Maduabuchi Nmeribeh, Kano
Kano state Governor, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has jetted out to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to attend an Investment Summit organized by the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF).
He handed over the instruments of power in the state to his Deputy, Dr. Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna who will now be acting Governor of the state, pending Ganduje’s return.
According to a Statement released on Wednesday by the state Commissioner for Information, Malam Muhammad Garba, “Governor Ganduje has been away to the United Arab Emirate, where he will be attending an Investment Summit being facilitated by the Nigeria Governor’s Forum (NGF).”
Malam Garba said the Deputy Governor has been empowered to act in full acting capacity pending the return of Governor Ganduje.
The statement directed all commissioners, heads of extra-ministerial departments, top government functionaries, corporate and individuals to give the acting governor due recognition, support and cooperation.
It further indicated that issues seeking the attention of the governor should be communicated to the Office of the Acting Governor.
