The Kwankwasiyya Movement has confirmed the resignation of Aminu Abdulsalam Gwarzo as the Deputy Governor of Kano State.
The resignation was confirmed in a statement on Friday by the spokesperson of the movement, Dr. Habibu Sale Mohammed.
themomentng earlier reported that Gwarzo’s chief press secretary, Ibrahim Shuaibu, confirmed the resignation of his principal as the Deputy Governor of Kano.
Mohammed, in his statement confirming the resignation, said Gwarzo stepped down “in the overall interest of the people and the stability of governance” in the state, following recent developments that had hindered his ability to effectively discharge his duties.
He also urged the Kano State House of Assembly not to see Gwarzo’s resignation as an admission of guilt regarding the allegations brought against him by the lawmakers.
The statement maintained that the former deputy governor remains firm in his innocence.
Describing the resignation as an act of “statesmanship,” the Kwankwasiyya Movement said the decision was aimed at easing political tension and preventing further distractions to governance and development efforts in the state. It added that the move reflects Gwarzo’s commitment to peace and political maturity.
The movement also revealed that Gwarzo will now focus on strengthening Kwankwasiyya’s internal structures and political strategies as preparations intensify ahead of the 2027 general elections.
His next steps, it said, will include rebuilding party frameworks and pushing for reforms that promote people-oriented leadership, social justice, and sustainable development.
The movement also urged residents of Kano and the supporters of the former Deputy Governor to remain calm, law-abiding, and committed to democratic values.
The movement assured that further information on the resignation will be shared in due course.
