Governor Abba Yusuf has removed Buba Galadima as chairman of the governing council of Kano State Polytechnic, cutting short his tenure amid what the state described as far-reaching institutional reforms.
The decision was conveyed in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Tofa, and made available to the media.
In a swift replacement, Yusuf approved the appointment of Aliyu Abdulkadir, Emir of Gaya, as the new chairman of the institution’s governing council.
According to the state government, Galadima’s removal followed the restructuring of boards and councils in line with the governor’s Kano First Agenda.
Although the tenure of the governing council is three years, officials said the chairman’s appointment was terminated before expiration due to “ongoing reforms aimed at improving the performance of the polytechnic”.
The governor expressed appreciation to Galadima for his contributions during his time at the helm of the council, even as he charged the new appointee with a clear mandate.
Yusuf urged the Emir of Gaya to bring his experience, leadership and commitment to bear in repositioning Kano State Polytechnic for stronger academic and administrative performance.
The government maintained that the shake-up forms part of a broader reform drive by the Yusuf administration to realign public institutions in Kano with its governance priorities.
