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The Upper Shari’a Court in Kano, presided over by Ibrahim Sarki Yola, has acquitted Auwal Danladi Sankara, Jigawa State’s Commissioner for Special Duties, of adultery charges. The case was initiated by Nasiru Buba, who alleged that Sankara had an illicit relationship with his wife, Tasleem Baba Nabegu.
In his ruling, Justice Sarki Yola emphasized the importance of thorough and cautious investigations, particularly when allegations involve high-profile individuals. He highlighted the role of agencies like the Hisbah Commission in ensuring justice while safeguarding reputations.
The judge underscored that allegations must be substantiated with credible evidence to prevent undue harm to the accused.
The court also observed that the complainant and his legal representatives failed to appear to contest the Police findings.
“Following the investigation by the office of the Assistant Inspector General of Police, the report shows there is no evidence to prove that there was any illicit affair between Auwal Danladi Sankara and Tasleem Baba Nabegu.
“Since the complainant and his lawyers are not present to challenge the submission by the police, I have no choice but to strike out the case,” the judge stated.
Speaking on behalf of Sankara, his counsel, Barrister Sadam Suleiman, expressed satisfaction with the judgment.
“We have always maintained that our client is innocent. The court has affirmed this by clearing his name based on the police investigation,” Suleiman said.
Meanwhile, Rabiu Shu’aibu, counsel for Tasleem Baba Nabegu, indicated that his team might take further legal action against Nasiru Buba for defamation.
“We will discuss with our client to explore the possibility of filing a case against Nasiru Buba, as he has defamed her name,” Shu’aibu remarked.