Kano Emirate tussle: Gov. Abba Yusuf bans public demonstration in Kano

The Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has enforced strict limitations on all public assemblies meant for demonstrations within the state.

This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Wednesday.

As part of his authority, the governor has instructed the Police, the Department of State Services, and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps to arrest, hold, and charge anyone or any group involved in protests on the streets of Kano.

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He stated that this measure is a proactive strategy intended to prevent any possible disruption of law and order caused by the state’s opponents.

“We are privy to credible intelligence indicating that certain prominent figures from the opposition party in Kano have devised plans to sponsor student associations and political agitators from other northwestern states to incite chaos under the guise of advocating for the dethroned Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero,” the government said.

It further warned that “the state government has explicitly outlawed protests, demonstrations, or processions of any kind, and individuals found on the streets of Kano engaging in such activities will be promptly apprehended.

“Through this declaration, we caution students’ groups against being manipulated by troublemakers who are resolute in fomenting disorder in Kano.”

The governor urged all citizens of the state to carry on with their normal activities as the state retains its tranquility.