Authorities in Kano have intensified efforts to dismantle a massive land fraud operation, leading to the arrest of at least 15 individuals, including top legal and government officials.
The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission has been investigating the fraudulent scheme, which is estimated to be worth a staggering N20 billion. Among those detained are a High Court Registrar, three legal practitioners, and several officials from the Ministry of Lands.
Chairman of the commission, Muhuyi RiminGado, while addressing journalists at the agency’s headquarters, confirmed the arrests and provided details on the unfolding scandal. He revealed that a serving High Court Registrar, a former Deputy Sheriff, and a court bailiff were all implicated in orchestrating fraudulent land transactions.
Their attempts to obstruct justice reportedly included offering a bribe of N2 million to security operatives, an offer that was firmly rejected.
The crackdown has received backing from the judiciary, with Chief Judge of Kano State, Justice Dije Aboki, commended for her unwavering support in ensuring the investigation proceeds without interference.
Additionally, Governor Yusuf has reaffirmed his commitment to rooting out corruption, instructing the commission to ensure that no individual involved in the fraudulent dealings escapes accountability, regardless of their status or influence.
With investigations still ongoing, the authorities have vowed to leave no stone unturned in exposing all those complicit in the elaborate land fraud scheme, signaling a major step in the fight against corruption in Kano State.
