By: Nwakaji Peace Martins
The Governor of Kano State, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has implemented stringent restrictions on all public gatherings intended for protest within the state, exercising the authority vested in him as the chief security officer of the state.
This directive was passed in a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Wednesday. Utilizing his position, the governor has instructed the Police, the Directorate of State Security Services, and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps to detain, prosecute, and bring to justice any individual or group participating in demonstrations on the streets of Kano.
This resolute action serves as a preemptive measure aimed at preventing any potential disruption of law and order instigated by enemies of the state. “We have received credible intelligence indicating that certain prominent figures from the opposition party in Kano have orchestrated plans to finance student associations and political agitators from other northwestern states to provoke chaos under the guise of advocating for the dethroned Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero.”
The state government has explicitly prohibited protests, demonstrations, or processions of any nature, and individuals discovered engaging in such activities on the streets of Kano will be expeditiously apprehended. “
Through this proclamation, we advise student groups to be wary of being manipulated by troublemakers who are determined to incite disorder in Kano.”The governor encouraged all citizens of the state to continue with their usual activities as the state maintains its tranquility, and the government will continue to exercise vigilant oversight of the situation to promptly address any individuals or factions attempting to undermine the relative peace currently enjoyed by the state.
