Kano Governor Reshuffles Cabinet, Assigns New Portfolios
KANO STATE – The Kano State Government has announced a fresh distribution of ministerial portfolios among members of the State Executive Council, assigning new responsibilities to several commissioners as part of efforts to strengthen governance and improve service delivery across the state.
Under the new arrangement, Hon. Yushau Soja has been assigned to head the Ministry of Security, while Hon. Idris Garba Mustapha will oversee the Ministry of Special Duties.
Similarly, Hon. Muntari Ishaq Yakasai has been assigned to the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, while Hon. Namadi Dala will head the Ministry of Commerce.
Other appointments include Hon. Ibrahim Tsanyawa as Commissioner for Science and Technology, while Professor Sani Malumfashi has been assigned to the Ministry of Higher Education.
The reshuffle also affects two serving commissioners. Hon. Safyanu Kachako has been redeployed to the Ministry of Environment, while Hon. Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya has been moved to the Ministry of Youth.
The latest cabinet adjustments come amid ongoing efforts to reposition the state executive council and strengthen the administration’s capacity to address governance challenges and deliver on its development priorities.
The newly assigned commissioners are expected to bring their respective experiences and expertise to bear in discharging their responsibilities and advancing the development agenda of Kano State.
Residents and stakeholders will be looking forward to effective leadership, accountability and improved performance across the various ministries.
Congratulations to the newly assigned commissioners. We wish them successful tenures and pray that Almighty Allah guides them in the discharge of their responsibilities for the overall development of Kano State.

