Anti-Graft Agency Recovers ₦240 Million as Investigation Uncovers Fraudulent Sale of Public Land By The Kano LG Chairman
The Chairman of Kiru Local Government Area in Kano State, Abdullahi Mohammed, has been arrested for allegedly selling land designated for the Kafin Maiyaki Mini Stadium to a private company for over ₦100 million.
The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission led the investigation, which uncovered the illegal transaction. According to the commission, the land was sold to a company identified as Mahasum, with funds traced to Mohammed’s account.
Confirming the arrest, the commission’s Public Relations Officer, Kabir Abba Kabir, revealed that Mohammed received a total of ₦240 million between November 1, 2024, and February 27, 2025. The agency has since recovered the money.
Authorities say Mohammed is cooperating with investigators as they dig deeper into the fraudulent sale. The anti-corruption commission reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and accountability, stating that the suspect remains in custody as investigations continue.
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