Kano Anti-Corruption Boss Faces Suspension Over Alleged Misconduct and False Asset Declaration

Muhyi Magaji Rimingado, Chairman of the Kano State Public Complaint and Anti-corruption Commission (PCAC), has been suspended by the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) following allegations of misconduct and breaches of public officer conduct.

Rimingado faced charges in Abuja on Thursday, including conflict of interest, false asset declaration, and accepting bribes.

The Tribunal granted a motion for his suspension, directing him to step aside from his position pending the resolution of the case.

However, sources have revealed plans to appeal the ruling, citing a standing court order restraining Rimingado’s arraignment and the processes of investigative bodies like the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) and the EFCC.

It is worth noting that the Kano State government had previously taken the Federal Government to court over what it described as harassment and intimidation of the PCACC chairman by three federal agencies.

This action was prompted by an invitation sent to the PCACC and its officials by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC), and Code of Conduct Bureau, respectively, to answer questions about the commission’s administration from 2011 to date.

In an exparte order, the court, presided over by Justice Farouk Adamu, ordered the federal agencies and their agents to stop questioning or investigating officials of the PCACC.

This case highlights the ongoing challenges faced by anti-corruption agencies and the importance of accountability and transparency in public service.