Jigawa commissioner denies adultery allegation, threatens legal action

The Jigawa State Commissioner for Special Duties, Auwal Danladi Sankara, has strongly denied allegations of having an illicit affair with a married woman.

The controversy erupted when the Kano State Hisbah Board confirmed Sankara’s arrest in an uncompleted building alongside the married woman.

Dr. Abba Sufi, the Director General of the board, stated that Sankara was detained following a complaint from the woman’s brother-in-law, who accused him of improper conduct.

Sufi also indicated that Sankara would face multiple charges, including operating illicit drug centres under the names Picklock and 360.

In response to the allegations, Sankara issued a statement on Friday night, describing the claims as false, baseless, and malicious. He asserted that the accusations were a deliberate attempt to tarnish his image.

“My attention has been drawn to a recent media report alleging that I, Auwal D. Sankara, Commissioner for Special Duties in the Jigawa State Government, have been arrested by the Kano Hisbah Command on charges of having an affair with a married woman.

“I wish to categorically state that these allegations are entirely false, baseless, and malicious, aimed at tarnishing my reputation. I urge the general public to disregard this fabricated story, concocted by certain political elements to damage my character and integrity.

“As a married man, I have the utmost respect for the institution of marriage and would never engage in actions that violate its sanctity. I remain committed to upholding the values and principles that I stand for,” the statement read.

Sankara also announced his intention to pursue legal action against those spreading the false claims.

“I am taking this matter seriously and will pursue legal action against those responsible for disseminating this false information and attempting to harm my person,” he added.