In a significant judicial ruling, the Appeal Court has dismissed the committee established by Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf to investigate the administration of former Governor Umar Ganduje.
The court declared that the governor does not possess the authority to form such a committee, as the powers to investigate alleged misconduct by public officials are exclusively vested in the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC).
This decision marks a major setback for Governor Yusuf, who had set up the committee to scrutinize the actions of his predecessor.
The ruling underscores the limitations of gubernatorial powers in conducting investigations into previous administrations, reaffirming the roles of the EFCC and ICPC as the primary bodies responsible for tackling corruption and misconduct in public office.
Legal experts and political analysts are closely watching the developments, as this ruling may have broader implications for governance and accountability in the state.
Governor Yusuf's office has yet to issue an official response to the court's decision.
