The Kano State Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has dismissed one official and forced another into retirement for taking bribes.
The decision was made during the commission’s 79th meeting on February 6, chaired by Chief Judge Dije Aboki.
According to the judiciary’s spokesperson, Baba Jibo, the disciplinary action followed an investigation by the Judiciary Public Complaints Committee (JPCC).
The probe was triggered by a complaint from Alhaji Sani Bozo Rimin Gado against Hudu Idris, a registrar at the Upper Sharia Court in Gwarzo, and Abba Bala Gwarzo, a watchman at the same court.
The two were accused of extortion and illegal monetary demands. After appearing before the JPCC, they admitted to collecting a total of ₦214,000 in bribes.
As a result, Hudu Idris was demoted and placed on immediate compulsory retirement, while Abba Bala Gwarzo’s contract was terminated.
The JSC also reinstated three officials—Bilya Abdullahi, Auwalu Khalil, and Ismaila Garba—who had been suspended over allegations of forging a court reversal order.
An investigation by the JPCC and a police inquiry found no sufficient evidence to prosecute them. Consequently, their suspensions were lifted, though Bilya Abdullahi received a warning to avoid unethical conduct.
The commission also approved several new appointments in the judiciary. Chief Magistrate Hajara Ahmad was named acting chief registrar of the High Court of Justice, while Musa Umar became acting deputy chief registrar for administration and general services. Other appointments included:
– Usman Adam as acting deputy chief registrar (Magistracy)
– Fatima Yakasai as acting deputy chief registrar (Legal)
– Chief Magistrate Hadiza Bello as acting director of the Judicial Service Commission
– Chief Magistrate Zuhura Madaki as acting director of the Training Department
– Senior Magistrate Malikatu Nuraini as acting assistant director of the Training Department
