Kano state Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has ordered a full-scale investigation into the alleged deduction of ₦1.5 billion from workers’ salaries in Kano State, from Former Head of Service Abdullahi Musa.
The Independent Mirror reports that the governor gave the directive on Friday while addressing workers during the International Workers’ Day celebration held at Sani Abacha Stadium.
Yusuf said the probe would focus on allegations involving a former Head of Service, Abdullahi Musa, stressing that the matter would be thoroughly investigated.
“Following the alleged deduction of ₦1.5 billion from the workers’ salaries by the former Head of Service, I hereby order an investigation into the allegation,” the governor stated.
He assured workers that anyone found culpable would face appropriate sanctions, adding that any recovered funds would be refunded to affected workers.
“This government is for you and will work for you. What it needs from you is your support and commitment,” he added.
The governor also pledged to clear outstanding gratuities and death benefits owed to retirees, noting that his administration had so far paid ₦32 billion out of the ₦48 billion inherited liabilities.
He promised that the remaining ₦16 billion would be settled before the end of his tenure in 2027.
Earlier, the Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress in Kano State, Kabir Inuwa, commended the government for regular payment of salaries and retirees’ benefits.
However, he urged the governor to address existing salary disparities between state and local government workers, while also calling for a thorough investigation into the alleged deductions and recovery of the funds if the claims are proven.
The development comes amid renewed calls for transparency and accountability in the management of workers’ welfare in the state.
