Kano Assembly confirms six commissioner nominees
Updated 19:16 WAT, · first published 26 Oct 2026, 18:30 WAT · 4 outlets reporting
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The Kano State House of Assembly confirmed six commissioner nominees submitted by the state executive, according to the Nigerian Tribune. The screening took place during a plenary session presided over by Speaker Jibril Ismail Falgore, following a motion by Majority Leader Lawan Hussaini, the Tribune reported. Daily Trust identified the nominees as Ibrahim Namadi Dala, Mukhtar Ishaq Yakasai, Prof. Sani Lawan Malumfashi, Dr Aminu Ibrahim Tsanyawa, Idris Garba Mustapha and Salisu Yusha'u Soja. Channels TV reported that lawmakers agreed the nominees met the requirements for appointment to the State Executive Council.
What we know
- Kano State House of Assembly confirmed six commissioner nominees.
- Speaker Jibril Ismail Falgore presided over the plenary session.
- Majority Leader Lawan Hussaini moved the motion for the screening.
- Nominees include Ibrahim Namadi Dala and Prof. Sani Lawan Malumfashi.
Sources
- Kano Assembly confirms six commissioner nominees – Nigerian Tribune,
- Kano Assembly clears six commissioner nominees – The Sun,
- Kano Assembly screens six commissioner nominees – Daily Trust,
- Kano House Of Assembly Confirms Six Commissioner Nominees – Channels TV,
Updates
- – Story text revised
- – Developing story published – 4 outlets
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