Murtala Sule Garo
● Currently in Office📅 Tenure in Office
Murtala Sule Garo has been serving as deputy governor of kano state of Kano State since November 30, -0001, under the NNPP Party.
👤 About Murtala Sule Garo
Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo (born 16 May 1978 in Garo town, Kabo LGA) is a grassroots politician and administrator. With over two decades in politics, he has served as LGA Chairman, Commissioner for Local Government & Chieftaincy Affairs, and in various advisory roles. He brings strong local governance experience to the deputy role.
📋 Personal Information
| Full name | Murtala Sule Garo |
| Title / Role | Deputy Governor of Kano State |
| State | Kano State |
| Party | NNPP |
| Date of birth | May 16, 1978 (48 years old) |
| Education | Higher education and political administration training |
| In office since | November 30, -0001 |
| Geopolitical zone | NW |
🏆 Key Achievements
Seasoned administrator. Former Kabo LGA Chairman, Commissioner for Local Government, Special Adviser. Confirmed Deputy Governor in 2026.
🏛 Role of the Deputy Governor
The Deputy Governor of Kano State assists the governor in the executive administration of the state. Under the Nigerian Constitution, the deputy governor is elected on the same ticket as the governor and constitutionally succeeds to the governorship if the governor is incapacitated, impeached, resigns or passes away.
Murtala Sule Garo serves as deputy governor under Governor the Governor , having assumed office on November 30, -0001.