Kano Governor Abba Yusuf has announced a ban on all forms of public demonstrations in the state, instituting strict measures to curb protests.
In a statement issued by his Media and Publicity Director, Sanusi Bature, on Wednesday, the Governor emphasized his authority as the chief security officer of the State.
The statement quoted the Governor, saying, “By virtue of his position, the Governor has directed the police, the Department of State Services and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps to apprehend, detain, and prosecute any individual or group partaking in demonstrations on the streets of Kano.”
Bature elaborated that the Governor’s decision is preemptive, aimed at preventing any potential disruptions to peace and order orchestrated by adversaries of the state.
“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,” Bature stated.
The government’s directive explicitly prohibits protests, demonstrations, or processions of any kind, with offenders facing immediate apprehension.
“We caution student groups against being manipulated by troublemakers who are resolute in fomenting disorder in Kano,” the statement warned.
Governor Yusuf urged citizens to continue their daily activities as the state maintains its peaceful environment. He assured that the government will closely monitor the situation regarding the emirate tussle to swiftly address any attempts to disrupt the prevailing peace.