Kano Governor Yusuf Removes Kwankwaso Ally as Polytechnic Council Chairman
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has officially terminated the appointment of Engr. Buba Galadima as Chairman of the Governing Council of Kano State Polytechnic. This significant administrative change was announced through an official statement released on Saturday, February 14, by the governor's spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa.
New Leadership Appointment
Following Galadima's removal, Governor Yusuf has approved the appointment of Alhaji Dr. Aliyu Ibrahim Abdulkadir, the Emir of Gaya, as the new Chairman of the Polytechnic's Governing Council. The administration described this appointment as a strategic move designed to strengthen governance structures and restore focus to academic and administrative standards within the institution.
The statement clarified that while the standard tenure for the Governing Council is three years, the chairmanship was ended before completion of that term due to ongoing reforms aimed at achieving optimal performance. Governor Yusuf expressed appreciation to Engr. Buba Galadima for his service during his time in office while charging the new chairman to apply his experience and leadership to reposition the polytechnic for greater academic excellence.
Political Implications
The development has drawn considerable political attention due to Galadima's long-standing alliance with Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, a prominent political figure in Kano State. Galadima is widely recognized as a close ally of Senator Kwankwaso and a prominent figure within the New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP).
Shortly before Governor Yusuf's defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC), Galadima spoke in an interview with Trust TV where he cautioned the governor against breaking ranks with Kwankwaso. His remarks highlighted the complex political relationships that have shaped Kano politics over the years, with Galadima emphasizing Kwankwaso's foundational role in the political careers of many Kano politicians.
Reform Agenda
According to the official statement, the leadership change follows a broader restructuring intended to align public institutions with the Kano First Agenda and improve performance across the education sector. The administration emphasized that these reforms are part of a comprehensive effort to enhance institutional effectiveness and service delivery in state-owned educational establishments.
The governor specifically urged the newly appointed chairman, the Emir of Gaya, to bring his wealth of experience, leadership, and commitment to bear in repositioning Kano State Polytechnic for greater academic and administrative excellence. This move represents another step in Governor Yusuf's ongoing efforts to reform educational institutions in Kano State.
Broader Political Context
The removal of Galadima occurs within a complex political landscape where allegiances and loyalties are being tested and realigned. Galadima's previous public statements regarding political loyalty and his caution to Governor Yusuf about maintaining alignment with Senator Kwankwaso add layers of political significance to this administrative decision.
This development follows earlier political maneuvers in Kano State, including reports that former governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje had secured backing from Kano APC stakeholders for President Bola Tinubu to fly the party's presidential flag in 2027. These interconnected political movements illustrate the dynamic and evolving nature of political relationships within Kano State and their impact on administrative appointments and institutional leadership.
