Two aides resign from Katsina governor’s cabinet to pursue senate bids
Hamza Suleiman and Shehu Abdu Daura, both aides to Katsina State Governor Dikko Radda, have resigned from their positions. Their resignations follow a directive requiring political appointees seeking elective office to step down. Both are expected to contest senatorial seats under the All Progressives Congress in the upcoming 2027 elections. Hamza Suleiman expressed gratitude to the governor and highlighted his contributions during his tenure.
Key takeaways
- Hamza Suleiman, Commissioner for Environment, and Shehu Abdu Daura, Special Assistant on Drugs, Narcotics and Human Trafficking, have resigned from their posts.
- Their resignations are in line with the Electoral Act, which mandates political appointees to step down if they wish to contest elections.
- Both are aiming for senatorial seats, with Hamza Suleiman targeting Katsina South and Shehu Abdu Daura planning to contest in Katsina North.
- Hamza Suleiman thanked Dikko Radda for the opportunity to serve and praised the administration’s “Build Your Future” agenda.
- He described his time in office as a privilege and expressed optimism about the state’s future development.
