Chairman of the Kano State Anti-Corruption and Public Complaints Commission, Muhuyi Magaji, has been suspended from his position by the Code of Conduct Tribunal, CCT.
This action comes after the Code of Conduct Bureau filed a 10-count charge of corruption against him on November 16, 2023.
Veronica Kato, Chief Press Secretary of the CCB, issued a brief statement on Thursday in Abuja, announcing Magaji’s suspension. The decision aims to prevent any interference by Magaji in the ongoing trial against him.
“Delivering the ruling, the Chairman CCT, Justice Danladi Umar, established that the Tribunal has the competence and jurisdiction to hear the case,” stated Kato.
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Justice Umar emphasized that it would be inappropriate for Magaji to continue discharging the duties of his office while facing trial. “Muhuyi Magaji cannot continue to discharge the duties and responsibilities of his office while facing trial, to avoid any interference with the case. Hence the suspension, this is pending the conclusion of the trial,” Kato explained.
The case against Magaji has been adjourned to May 7th and 8th, 2024, for further hearings. It is expected that during these hearings, both the prosecution and defense will present their arguments and evidence before the Tribunal.
