Kano State House of Assembly has confirmed Murtala Sule Garo as the new Deputy Governor of Kano State. The appointment follows a plenary screening conducted by lawmakers and chaired by Speaker Jibril Isma’il Falgore.
The screening was overseen by the ad hoc committee responsible for vetting the nominee, whose chair and Deputy Speaker, Muhammad Bello, presented the committee’s report to the Assembly. Bello noted that the nomination arose after the resignation of former Deputy Governor Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, creating a vacancy that the Constitution allows the legislature to fill under Section 191(3)(c) of the 1999 Constitution.
During the hearing, Garo responded to a series of questions covering his educational background, professional experience, understanding of governance, and proposed initiatives for Kano State. The committee verified his credentials and assessed his suitability for the role. According to the report, Garo demonstrated a comprehensive grasp of the Deputy Governor’s responsibilities and outlined plans to support Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s administration.
Based on its findings, the ad hoc committee recommended Garo’s confirmation. The House of Assembly subsequently adopted the recommendation, formally confirming Garo as Deputy Governor.
The confirmation restores a full executive team in Kano State, enabling the administration to proceed with its policy agenda without the interim leadership gap that followed Gwarzo’s departure. The new deputy governor is expected to work closely with Governor Yusuf on initiatives aimed at improving security, education, and economic development in the state.
The Assembly’s swift action underscores its constitutional role in ensuring continuity of governance. With the vacancy now filled, Kano’s executive branch can focus on implementation of its programs and on addressing the challenges facing the state’s 13 million residents.
