By Maduabuchi Nmeribeh/Kano
The Managing Director of Kano State Housing Corporation, Alhaji Abdullahi Rabi’u, has warned staff of the Corporation against illegal allocation of corner shops and houses across the state.
Rabi’u, who gave the warning, during a meeting with Directors at the new office of the Corporation located in the Kwankwasiyya City, said the Corporation will adhere strictly to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s directives on transparency, accountability and openness in all its dealings.
A Statement by the Director, Public Enlightenment of the Corporation,
Ismail Garba Gwammaja, indicated that Rabi’u, sensitised his staff, those involved in land management to strictly adhere to Governor Yusuf’s directives on illegal allocation both in urban and hinterland areas of the state.
Gwammaja said, “The meeting aims to further sensitise directors, and review existing laws and policies for the housing corporation to operate based on the laid down rules and regulations and within its mandate.”
Rabi’u further emphasised the need for strict adherence to due process and maintained that all staff should desist from engaging in any land racketeering.
“You recall that Kano state Governor, Engr. Abba Yusuf has enacted an executive order prohibiting the allocation of land for curbside shops or corner shops under any guise, aiming to curb illegal land allocations and protect public spaces,” Rabi’u added.
Rabi’u pointed out that the Kano state government is committed to upholding the Rule of Law and protecting the interests of its citizens.
He pointed out that “this initiative demonstrates the government’s determination to promote good governance and accountability in the management of public resources.”
He then commended staff and management of the corperation for their hard work and dedication to duty ,which is helping the present administration to achieve its aim, and urged them to maintain the tempo towards achieving the organisational goals.