The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCACC) has disbursed ₦40 million in recovered funds to beneficiaries, marking a significant milestone in the agency’s dispute resolution and reconciliation efforts.
The cheques were presented on Thursday at the commission’s headquarters in Kano by the Executive Chairman, Alhaji Sa’idu Yahaya, who said the recoveries were achieved through peaceful reconciliation and mediation in civil disputes, rather than criminal prosecutions.
Yahaya explained that the recovered funds arose mainly from business transactions and contractual misunderstandings, reflecting Kano’s position as one of Nigeria’s leading commercial hubs.
According to him, the commission’s intervention helped resolve disagreements without prolonged litigation or unnecessary financial and emotional strain on the parties involved.
“These recoveries were achieved through reconciliation and mediation in purely civil matters,” Yahaya said.
“As part of our daily routine activities, we reconcile disputes between individuals.”
The PCACC chairman said the commission derives its powers from Sections 9 and 15 of the PCACC Law, 2008 (as amended), which empower it to receive complaints from members of the public and mediate disputes between individuals and organisations.
He noted that although the commission handles such matters regularly, the cheque presentation was organised to publicly showcase its achievements and encourage more residents to seek redress through lawful and stress-free channels.
“We have been doing this almost on a daily basis, but we felt it was time to start showcasing some of our milestones to the general public,” he said.
Among the beneficiaries of the recovered funds were:
1. Karry Consult and Family Nigeria Ltd – ₦2 million
2. Nuruddin Usman – ₦1 million
3. Abdulhakim and Brothers Enterprise – ₦17 million
4. Adamu Kamal – ₦15 million
5. Zakiya Abdulrazak – ₦1 million
6. Isma’il Muhammad Indabawa, among others
Yahaya stressed that none of the cases involved criminal elements, reiterating that the disputes were strictly civil in nature.
The PCACC chairman disclosed that the commission usually credits recovered funds directly into beneficiaries’ bank accounts to promote transparency and minimise contact between staff and recipients.
However, he explained that issuing cheques on this occasion was a deliberate decision to raise public awareness about the commission’s performance.
“This is the first time since I assumed office in August that we are issuing cheques,” Yahaya said.
“We decided to do this only to showcase some of our achievements and performance to the public.”
He added that the commission remains open to complaints from both the public and private sectors, assuring that all cases would continue to be handled professionally and in line with the law.
Speaking on behalf of other recipients, Mallam Isma’il Indabawa commended the PCACC for its intervention, describing the commission’s approach as fair, efficient, and transparent.
He urged residents with similar disputes to take advantage of the agency’s services instead of resorting to prolonged court battles.
Observers say the development highlights the growing role of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms in easing pressure on the courts and restoring confidence in public institutions.
By resolving commercial and contractual disputes amicably, the PCACC is helping to promote business confidence, accountability, and access to justice in Kano State.
