Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf met with National Security Adviser Malam Nuhu Ribadu in Abuja yesterday to address the ongoing crisis surrounding the Kano Emir’s stool.
The meeting, which lasted over an hour, was described as fruitful by the governor.
Governor Yusuf shared on his X (formerly Twitter) account that the discussion with Ribadu was crucial for the state’s peace and harmony.
“His (Ribadu’s) role is critical for the harmonious existence of our nation. So, I briefed him on the recent developments in Kano.
“I had a fruitful engagement with the National Security Adviser, Malam Nuhu Ribadu, this afternoon in Abuja.” he wrote.
The governor’s Media and Publicity Director, Sanusi Bature, noted that the meeting also covered accusations against Ribadu, which the Kano State Deputy Governor Aminu Gwarzo had retracted and apologized for, citing flawed intelligence.
“The meeting (between Yusuf and Ribadu) was prompted by the recent happenings in Kano, following the dissolution of five emirates by the Kano State House of Assembly through the repeal of the State Emirate Law, and the subsequent restoration of Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II by the governor.
“The two political leaders deliberated on various matters relating to state and national developments as well as the peaceful coexistence of citizens during their discussions in Abuja.
“It is significant to mention that the NSA had been accused of involvement in the Kano crisis for allowing a substantial military presence to protect the removed Emir Aminu Ado Bayero, a position swiftly discredited by the Office of the National Security Adviser.
“Before their meeting today (Thursday), Kano State Deputy Governor Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo had apologised to the NSA for his implication in the Kano crisis, attributing the error to flawed intelligence.
“Recognising the respected professional background and integrity of the NSA throughout his time as an officer and anti-corruption campaigner, the state deemed it necessary to retract the allegation and offer a sincere apology.
“In harmony with these events, the governor’s meeting with the NSA coincided with Emir of Kano Muhammadu Sanusi II’s six-day stay at the Kano palace, where a significant majority of district heads and kingmakers already pledged their allegiance and loyalty to the newly consolidated Kano Emirate under the leadership of the 16th Emir.
Coinciding with these events, Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II, during his six-day stay at the Kano palace, secured allegiance from district heads and kingmakers, reinforcing his leadership.
Additionally, Emir Sanusi II appointed Hamisu Sani as the new Ward Head of Kofar Mazugal in Dala Local Government Area.
