A new legal challenge has emerged in Kano State over the proposed screening of Murtala Garo for the position of Deputy Governor, with lawyers seeking to block the State House of Assembly from proceeding with the process.
In a letter dated April 15, 2026, addressed to the Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, Jibrin Falgore, the law firm Suleiman Mohammed & Co. confirmed that it had filed a lawsuit on behalf of Kuliyya Muhammad Salihu and two others. The legal action, marked K/360/2026, is currently before the Kano State High Court and challenges the planned screening of Garo.
The lawyers stressed that the matter is sub judice, meaning it is under judicial consideration and should not be interfered with. They urged the Assembly to suspend all steps related to the screening process, warning that any action taken while the case is pending could prejudice the course of justice.
A copy of the letter was also sent to the Clerk of the Assembly, and lawmakers have confirmed its receipt. The development comes amid escalating political tensions in Kano over the deputy governorship position, with various groups reportedly holding meetings and engaging in lobbying activities.
The fresh legal intervention has deepened the political crisis in the state, raising questions about the timeline and legitimacy of the appointment process. Political analysts say the case could have significant implications for governance in Kano, particularly if the court rules in favor of the plaintiffs.
The State House of Assembly has yet to issue an official response to the legal challenge, but the situation is being closely watched by political stakeholders across the country.
