Kano-based Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Sunusi Musa, has called for the immediate dismissal and investigation of the State Commissioner for Transport, Hon. Ibrahim Namadi, over his role in securing bail for a suspected drug trafficker, Sulaiman Aminu Danwawu.
In a statement posted on his verified Facebook page, Musa criticized the commissioner’s decision to stand as surety for Danwawu, describing the suspect as “widely known in Kano as an infamous figure in drug trafficking circles.”
“From available documents, the Hon. Commissioner deposed to an affidavit of means and deposited a substantial sum of ₦5 million with the Chief Registrar of the Federal High Court to secure the release on bail of the notorious Danwawu,” Musa said.
He noted that while standing as a surety is not illegal, it is inappropriate for a sitting commissioner. “A commissioner is not a private citizen in the eyes of the law. His actions, by extension, are seen as the actions of the Governor,” he said, adding that the move undermines efforts to combat drug abuse.
Musa also criticized the government’s silence, describing the commissioner’s response as unconvincing. “More worrisome is the face-saving statement issued by the Hon. Commissioner, claiming that he has no personal relationship with the suspect, who is now allegedly on the run,” he stated.
He continued, “If the commissioner is now saying he does not know the suspect—whom he vouched for before the court as having good character—then the only plausible explanation is that he deliberately misled the court to pave the way for the accused’s escape, since the consequence is merely the forfeiture of ₦5 million.”
Musa raised questions about the origin of the bail funds. “If indeed the commissioner has no personal relationship with the suspect, as he claims, it is now more incumbent on him and the government to explain the source of the ₦5 million deposited to secure the suspect’s bail,” he said.
He warned that the lack of clarity on the source of funds could raise legal concerns. “A reasonable suspicion of money laundering hangs over the commissioner’s head,” he said.
Musa questioned the governor’s stance. “If the governor disapproved of the commissioner’s action, why is he still being retained in his position?” he asked.
He called for action beyond rhetoric. “Let Kano State not be known only for symbolic rallies against drugs, but also for unwavering accountability in public office—starting from the highest levels of government,” Musa said.
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