Chairman of the Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCACC), Sa’idu Yahya, paid a courtesy visit to the Attorney General Abdulkarim Kabiru Maude, SAN, at his office in the Ministry of Justice, Kano State.
Speaking during the visit, the PCACC Chairman felicitates with the Attorney General on his recent elevation to the rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) and his appointment as Commissioner for Justice describing Maude’s achievements as a reflection of his unwavering commitment, legal excellence, and service to justice.
Mr. Yahya explained that the purpose of the visit was of two fold: formal introduction the new leadership of the Commission to its parent ministry, and to seek collaboration for amendment of the PCACC law enacted in 2008 and amended in 2010 in a statement by the Spokesperson of the Ministry Najib Lawan Dambazau sent to thetentaclesnews.com.ng
He emphasized that certain provisions of the existing law need to be reviewed to strengthen the Commission’s powers, modernize its operations, and align its framework with current global best anti-corruption standards.
He also highlighted the Commission’s need for capacity building, especially for its investigators, to enhance efficiency and professionalism in handling complaints and corruption cases.
Furthermore, the Chairman appealed for the deployment of additional staff from the Ministry to support the Commission’s growing workload and administrative responsibilities.
In his response, the Attorney General,
Abdulkarim Kabiru Maude, SAN, expressed appreciation for the visit and commended the Commission for its steadfast role in promoting accountability and integrity within the state’s governance system.
“It is indeed my pleasure and honour to welcome this distinguished delegation,” Maude said.
“The Ministry of Justice remains ever ready to collaborate with the Commission in reviewing and strengthening its laws to enhance its effectiveness.
On capacity building, the Ministry will engage its serving prosecutors to provide practical training and support for your investigators. We will also look into ways of deploying additional staff to assist the Commission in carrying out its important mandate.”
Maude reaffirmed the commitment of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s administration to upholding transparency, fairness, and justice across all state institutions.
Assuring that the Ministry of Justice would continue to provide the necessary legal and institutional support to the PCACC to ensure it fulfills its mission without fear or favour.
The meeting was attended by the Solicitor General and Permanent Secretary, Barr. Salisu Tahir, alongside Directors from various departments of the Ministry. Senior management staff of the Commission were also present, expressing optimism about the new phase of cooperation and legislative reform discussed during the engagement.
