KANSIEC chairman, Malumfashi resigns

The Chairman of the Kano State Independent Electoral Commission, KANSIEC, Professor Sani Lawal Malumfashi, has resigned from his position.

This is following his nomination by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for appointment as a commissioner.

Malumfashi announced his resignation during a farewell address to commissioners and staff of the electoral commission, where he expressed gratitude for their cooperation and support throughout his time in office.

In a statement issued by Bashir Habib Yahya, his media aide, the outgoing chairman appreciated the commission’s staff and commissioners for their contributions to the successful conduct of the 2024 local government elections in the state.

He acknowledged their commitment to the commission’s work and urged them to maintain the same spirit of cooperation with whoever takes over the leadership.

“I urge you all to extend the same cooperation and support to the incoming leadership to ensure that the commission continues to carry out its responsibilities smoothly.

“I also seek forgiveness from anyone I may have offended in the course of my service, as I hold no grudges against anyone,” he said.