In the political landscape of Kano State, there have been reports of a potential reopening of the dollar video case involving former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje. However, former Kano State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barrister Musa Abdullahi Lawal, has expressed his concerns, referring to these alleged moves as acts of ignorance.
Speculations suggest that the reinstated Kano Anti-Corruption Commission boss, Barrister Muhyi Magaji Rimin Gado, is behind the push to reopen the case.
Barrister Lawal, who served as the immediate past attorney general of Kano, issued a cautionary statement on Thursday, asserting that it is inappropriate to “initiate an investigation into a case that is currently before a Federal Appeal Court in Abuja.”
In an interview with Media Talk Africa, Barrister Lawal stressed that the case at hand is a legal matter, which has already received judgment at an Abuja High Court, leading to an appeal.
He stated, “The Dollar Video Case is still an allegation that is before a competent court in Abuja; so for somebody to now come to Kano and start talking about it, it could even be tantamount to contempt of court.”
The former Commissioner for Justice highlighted the fact that the case encompasses multiple facets.
He explained, “The Police Headquarters in Abuja are handling the criminal aspect of the case, and all those involved, including the contractors responsible for Kano projects, have already provided testimony to the police. The case has not been closed.”
He added, “As part of the police investigation into the criminal aspect of the case, the principal accused person fled the country, and to this day, the police authorities have not closed the case. So, what exactly are you investigating?”
Barrister Lawal went on to caution against any actions that may undermine the ongoing court proceedings and police investigations into the matter.
