Kano CJ approves key appointments, takes disciplinary action against court staff

The Kano State Judicial Service Commission (JSC) under the Chairmanship of the state chief judge, Hon. Justice Dije Abdu Aboki, has approved the appointment of the following individuals to key managerial positions within the Kano State Judiciary.

SolaceBase reports that the decision was adopted at the commission’s 79th meeting held on the 6th of February 2025,

They are Chief Magistrate Hajara Garba Ahmad, appointed as acting Chief Registrar High  Court of Justice,  Musa Ibrahim Umar, acting Deputy Chief Registrar (Administration & General Services) High Court of Justice, Usman Adam, acting Deputy Chief Registrar (Magistracy) High Court of Justice and Fatima Garba Yakasai, acting Deputy Chief Registrar (Legal) High Court of Justice. 

A statement issued by Spokesman of Kano State Judiciary, Baba Jibo Ibrahim, on Sunday said other appointments at the Kano State High Court of Justice are Chief Magistrate Hadiza Rabiu Bello, appointed as acting Director, Judicial Service Commission, Chief Magistrate Zuhura Madaki, acting Director, Training Department and Senior Magistrate Malikatu Mudh Nuraini, acting Assistant Director, Training Department.

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It said these appointments were made after careful consideration of their work ethics, track records and recognition of their hard work, humility, integrity, total commitment and dedication to serving the judiciary.

The statement said the commission, in the same meeting, deliberated on the suspension of Bilya Abdullahi, Auwalu Ibrahim Khalil, and Ismaila Garba following a complaint lodged by one Muzdalifa regarding an alleged forgery of a court reversal order.

‘’The case was thoroughly investigated by the Judiciary Public Complaints Committee (JPCC) and subsequently referred to the police for further inquiry. The police investigation was forwarded to the office of the DPP where the Director of Public Prosecution’s advice reveals that there is not enough evidence on which to prosecute them. In the light of these findings, the Commission  resolved to lift the suspension of the aforementioned officers with immediate effect while Bilya Abdullahi has been issued with a strong warning to desist from illegal and unethical actions which will not be condoned by the Commission.

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In a separate disciplinary matter, the commission has reviewed the findings of the Judiciary Public Complaints Committee (JPCC) regarding a petition filed by one Alhaji Sani Bozo Rimin Gado against Hudu Idris, a Registrar at the Upper Sharia Court, Gwarzo, and Abba Bala Gwarzo, a casual watchman at the same court.

The petition alleged intimidation and illegal monetary demands by the two court staff. Following a thorough investigation, both individuals appeared before the JPCC and admitted their involvement in corrupt practices amounting to N214,000.

In line with its commitment to upholding the integrity of the judiciary, the Judicial Service Commission adopted the recommendations of the JPCC and took the following actions: Hudu Idris has been demoted by one grade level and placed on compulsory retirement with immediate effect for receiving bribes. While Abba Bala Gwarzo’s contract appointment has been terminated with immediate effect for his role in the corrupt act.

The Kano State Judicial Service Commission reiterates its zero-tolerance policy towards corruption and misconduct within the judiciary. The Commission remains steadfast in its duty to maintain discipline and uphold public trust in the justice system.