The Chairman of the Kano State Independent Electoral Commission (KANSIEC), Professor Sani Lawal Malumfashi, has resigned following his nomination by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for appointment as a commissioner.

Malumfashi announced his resignation during a farewell address to commissioners and staff of the electoral commission.

In a statement issued by his media aide, Bashir Habib Yahya, the outgoing chairman thanked the commission’s staff and commissioners for their cooperation and support during his tenure.

He also commended them for their contributions to the successful conduct of the 2024 local government elections in the state.

Malumfashi urged the staff to extend the same level of commitment and cooperation to the incoming leadership to ensure the smooth running of the commission.

“I urge you all to extend the same cooperation and support to the incoming leadership to ensure that the commission continues to carry out its responsibilities smoothly,” he said.

He also sought forgiveness from anyone he might have offended while in office, adding that he held no grudges against anyone.