The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCACC) has disclosed ongoing investigation into the alleged diversion of more than N4bn of State funds to the Dala Inland Dry Port project during the administration of former Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje.
Reports claim that the money was disbursed for contract to provide infrastructure for the port shortly after the State’s 20% equity in the company was allegedly transferred to Ganduje’s family in 2020.
Thus, Kano State was effectively eliminated as co-owner of the project and made Ganduje’s children directors and shareholders in the company.
Reports quoting sources said the contract was awarded even though the State no longer held ownership in the project at the time.
Addressing journalists at the weekend, PCACC Chairman, Saidu Yahya, revealed that the investigation is nearing completion.
“So far, some persons of interest have been invited. One of them was arrested and later released on bail after providing useful information,” Yahya said.
“Our findings also show that one of the individuals involved is currently in Yola, Adamawa State.”
He added that the commission has established a prima facie case, adding that the matter would be taken to court at the completion of investigation.