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Kano anti-graft agency probes N20 bn land scam

By Aminu Garko
 The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCACC), has launched investigation into a N20 billion land scam in different parts of the state.
The  Chairman of the commission, Muhuyi Magaji, announced this while addressing newsmen on   Thursday in Kano.
Magaji said that 15 suspects have been arrested, including the Registrar of the Kano State High Court, three lawyers, and four officials from the Ministry of Lands.
He explained that a former Deputy Sheriff and a court bailiff were also  among those arrested in connection with the land scam.
“The suspects allegedly attempted to bribe operatives of Department  of State Services ( DSS)  with N2 million, but their offer was rejected.
Magaji commended the Chief Judge of Kano State for their support and cooperation.
He  commended Gov. Abba  Yusuf for giving the commission a marching order to go after anyone involved in the scam.
He commended Yusuf  for promising not to spare anyone found guilty, regardless of their position.( NAN)