Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has officially inaugurated the Chairmen, Commissioners, and members of the Sharia and Zakkat & Hubusi Commissions, reinforcing the state’s commitment to Islamic governance and social welfare.
In a statement released on Tuesday by his spokesperson, Sanusi DawakinTofa, the governor emphasized Kano’s prominent role in the Islamic world, citing its rich heritage of scholars, Islamiyya schools, and Islamic study centers.
Mandate of the Commissions
During the inauguration, Governor Yusuf tasked the Sharia Commission with fostering unity among Muslim sects to promote peace, stability, and socioeconomic development in the state.
Similarly, the Zakkat & Hubusi Commission was directed to develop effective strategies for collecting and distributing alms (Zakkat) from affluent individuals to support the underprivileged, aiming to alleviate poverty significantly.
Key Appointments
Sharia Commission:
- Chairman – Sheikh Abbas Abubakar Daneji
- Permanent Commissioner I – Malam Yahaya Gwani Hadi
- Permanent Commissioner II – Sheikh Ali Dan Abba
- Secretary – Sheikh Dr. Sani Ashir
Other members include: Malam Abubakar Mai Ashafa, Malam Naziru Saminu Dorayi, Sheikh Mukhtar Mama, Sheikh Ibrahim Inuwa, Malam Adamu Ibrahim, Alhaji Abubakar Sharif Bala, Alhaji Yawale Suleiman Gulu, Malam Aliyu Umar, Alhaji Muhammad Kabir Na’bi, and Malam Nasiru Sheikh Aliyu Harazimi.
Zakkat & Hubusi Commission:
- Chairman – Barrister Habibu Dan Almajiri
- Permanent Commissioner I – Sheikh Nafi’u Umar Harazami
- Permanent Commissioner II – Dr. Ali Quraish
Members include Malam Yahaya Muhammad Kwana Hudu, Sheikh Hassan Sani Kafinga, Sheikh Arabi Tudun Nufawa, Malam Sani Sharif Umar, Professor Garba Muhammadu Tofa, Malam Adamu Muhammadu Andawo, Malam Surajo Usman, Sheikh Adamu Guda, Malam Inuwa Mustapha, Malam Nura Badamasi, and Malam Abdullahi Sarkin Sharifai. The Kano State Civil Service Commission also has a representative on the board.
A Call for Dedication
Governor Yusuf expressed confidence in the competence, integrity, and dedication of the newly appointed officials, urging them to discharge their responsibilities diligently for the advancement of Islamic governance and social welfare in Kano State.
