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Following an investigation by the Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission, Mohammed was arrested.
The Chairman of the Kiru Local Government Area in Kano State, Abdullahi Mohammed, has been accused of illegally selling land originally designated for a mini stadium, which was to be named “Kafin Maiyaki Mini Stadium.”
Following an investigation by the Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission, Mohammed was arrested.
Mohammed is said to be cooperating in the investigation, helping to name those who are accomplices in the case, Daily Trust reports.
According to the commission, a company named Mahasum purchased the stadium plots for over N100million, with the payments deposited directly into Mohammed’s personal account.
Confirming the arrest, the commission’s Public Relations Officer, Kabir Abba Kabir, disclosed that Mohammed’s account received a total of N240 million between November 1, 2024, when he was sworn into office, and February 27, 2025.
It was also revealed that the commission has since recovered the funds.
