Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has accepted the resignation of the Commissioner for Water Resources, Umar Haruna Doguwa.
This was contained in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Tuesday.
Hon. Umar Haruna Doguwa formally tendered his resignation on Monday, 2nd March, 2026, with effect from today.
SolaceBase gathered that his resignation may be linked to the contest for Kano State All Progressives Congress (APC Chairmanship, for which Doguwa is reported to be touted as a contestant at the state congress scheduled for Tuesday evening at Sani Abacha Stadium
Governor Yusuf expressed deep appreciation to Hon. Doguwa for his commitment, loyalty, and dedicated service to the people and government of Kano State.
The Governor recalled that Hon. Doguwa previously served as Commissioner for Education, where he played a vital role in advancing educational policies and reforms, including the declaration of a state of emergency on education, before his redeployment to the Ministry of Water Resources.
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He noted that within one year of his stewardship at the Water Resources Ministry, significant milestones were achieved in the rehabilitation of water facilities and the expansion of potable water supply to several communities across the state.
Governor Yusuf further stated that Hon. Doguwa’s leadership helped to strengthen institutional capacity within the ministry and improve service delivery in line with the administration’s vision of providing sustainable water access for all citizens.
The Governor described Hon. Doguwa as a disciplined and hardworking public servant whose contributions will remain part of the administration’s achievements.
He wished him continued success in his future endeavours and assured him that the state government would continue to build on the progress recorded in the Water Resources sector.
Governor Yusuf reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to ensuring an uninterrupted water supply and improving the welfare of the people of Kano State.
Subsequently, the Governor has directed the Hon. Commissioner, Ministry of Education, Gwani Dr Ali Haruna Abubakar Makoda, to supervise the Ministry of Water Resources pending the appointment or redeployment of a substantive Commissioner.
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