Kano Assembly kick-start Impeachment Process Against Deputy Governor Gwarzo Over Alleged Misconduct

The Kano State House of Assembly has commenced impeachment proceedings against the Deputy Governor of Kano State, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, over allegations of gross misconduct, abuse of office, and breach of public trust.

A total of 38 lawmakers reportedly endorsed the notice of impeachment, which was presented during plenary in accordance with Section 188 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended), which outlines the procedure for removing a deputy governor from office.
While presenting the notice, a member of the Assembly explained that the impeachment action was based on several allegations linked to Gwarzo’s conduct during his tenure as Commissioner for Local Government and later as deputy governor.
“This article of impeachment serves as a formal notice issued by the Kano State House of Assembly in line with Section 188 of the Constitution against Aminu Abdussalam,” the lawmaker stated.
According to the notice, the deputy governor allegedly received kickbacks from the 44 local government councils in the state between June 2023 and January 2024.
Lawmakers alleged that Gwarzo collected about N1.5 million monthly from each council, amounting to approximately N66 million per month and about N462 million over the seven-month period.
The notice further claimed that between February and July 2024, the deputy governor received additional payments totalling N726 million under the pretext of carrying out special assignments for the councils.
The lawmakers also accused him of abusing his office by allegedly facilitating the release of N440 million from the 44 local government councils to Novomed Pharmaceuticals Limited, in violation of state procurement and fiscal management regulations.
The Assembly maintained that the allegations collectively constitute gross misconduct and resolved to proceed with the impeachment process in accordance with constitutional provisions.