Abba Yusuf Drops Buba Galadima from Key Polytechnic Position
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has officially announced a major Kano State Polytechnic leadership change, removing Buba Galadima from his position as Chairman of the Governing Council of the institution. The directive, made public through a statement by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Thursday, February 5, 2026, takes immediate effect. This move ends the tenure of the veteran politician and elder statesman, who was appointed early in the current administration.
The state government did not provide a specific reason for the sudden removal, but political analysts describe it as part of a strategic realignment of Governor Yusuf’s administrative boards and cabinet as he approaches a critical stage in his first term.
The outgoing chairman, Alhaji Buba Galadima, has been directed to ensure a smooth handover of responsibilities to maintain uninterrupted academic and administrative operations at the Polytechnic.
Professor Muhammad Sani Bello has been named the new Chairman of the Governing Council of Kano State Polytechnic. As a seasoned academic with extensive experience in institutional management, Prof. Bello is expected to bring a technical and modern approach to the governance of the Polytechnic. His responsibilities include addressing staff welfare issues, improving infrastructure, and enhancing collaboration between the Polytechnic and Kano’s industrial sector.
The Governor has instructed Galadima to transfer all official documents and institutional properties to the Polytechnic management or the newly appointed chairman. This ensures continuity in governance and safeguards the academic calendar.
While Galadima’s removal was the central focus, Governor Yusuf emphasized that the performance of all boards and parastatals in the state will be reviewed to ensure alignment with the “New Kano” vision for modernization and excellence.
Buba Galadima’s relationship with the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has been closely watched since the 2023 elections. As a trusted ally of the party’s national leader, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, Galadima’s 2024 appointment was seen as a political reward for his support during Governor Yusuf’s legal and electoral battles.
However, insiders suggest that the removal may also reflect a broader restructuring within the party’s elder caucus. Sources indicate that Governor Yusuf is prioritizing the appointment of academic technocrats to state-owned tertiary institutions to drive global standards and accreditation.
The appointment of Professor Bello is widely regarded as a strategic step toward academic excellence. Experts believe his technical leadership could elevate the Polytechnic’s national and international profile, ensuring the institution meets modern educational benchmarks.
Governor Yusuf’s decision to overhaul the Polytechnic’s governing council underscores his willingness to make bold personnel changes to achieve his administration’s objectives. While Galadima’s departure closes a politically significant chapter, attention now turns to how Professor Bello will navigate one of Northern Nigeria’s largest technical colleges. With these rapid administrative updates, the public is closely monitoring the potential impact on education quality and political stability in Kano State.
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