Mustapha Rabiu Kwankwaso, son of former Kano Governor and national leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has resigned as Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development.
His resignation as a member of the Kano State Executive Council under Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf was disclosed in a statement on Monday.
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His statement read: “It is with a heavy heart that I announce my resignation as Honorable Commissioner, Ministry of Youth and Sports Development and Member of the Kano State Executive Council.
“I want to express my deepest gratitude to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for the opportunity to serve the great people of Kano State. I have cherished the experiences and lessons gained while serving, and I appreciate the trust placed in me.
“As I resign, I pray that the youth of Kano State will continue to receive the attention and support they deserve. I hope for the best for our sports development programs and initiatives, and I am confident that they will flourish in the years to come.
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“May Allah (SWT) continue to shower His blessings on our beloved Kano State. I wish the government and people of Kano State all the best.”
Naijaonpoint reports that his resignation comes days after Governor Yusuf dumped the NNPP and is set to join the All Progressives Congress (APC).