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The Kano State Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has sanctioned two staff of the Upper Shari’a Court, Gwarzo, for corrupt practices.


The decision was reached during the Commission’s 79th meeting, presided over by the Chief Judge of Kano State, Justice Dije Abdu Aboki.

In a statement by the Judiciary’s Spokesperson, Baba Jibo Ibrahim, it was disclosed that Hudu Idris, a Registrar at the Upper Shari’a Court, has been demoted by one grade level and placed on compulsory retirement for receiving bribes. Similarly, the contract appointment of Abba Bala Gwarzo, a casual watchman at the same court, was terminated immediately.


The disciplinary action followed an investigation by the Judiciary Public Complaints Committee (JPCC) into a petition filed by Alhaji Sani Bozo Rimin Gado. The petition accused Idris and Bala Gwarzo of intimidation and illegal monetary demands.

“Both individuals admitted to corrupt practices amounting to N214,000 during the investigation,” the statement revealed. “The Commission, in line with its commitment to maintaining judicial integrity, adopted the JPCC’s recommendations and took these measures.”

The Commission also addressed the suspension of Bilya Abdullahi, Auwalu Ibrahim Khalil, and Ismaila Garba, who were accused of forging a court reversal order. Following a police investigation and legal advice from the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP), it was determined that there was insufficient evidence to prosecute the officers.


The Commission resolved to lift their suspension but issued a strong warning to Bilya Abdullahi to avoid unethical practices.

The Judicial Service Commission reiterated its zero-tolerance policy towards corruption and misconduct, emphasizing its resolve to uphold public trust in the judiciary.


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