Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has stated that the government will not tolerate any form of violence during the upcoming planned protests.
Yusuf made this statement while addressing business leaders, traditional rulers, and religious leaders at the Government House in Kano on Wednesday.
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The governor emphasized, “Protests will not lead us anywhere. I urge those who wish to exercise their right to protest to avoid engaging in any actions that could be exploited by agents of destruction.”
“I assure you that the government will not tolerate such actions. Instead, I extend an invitation to those who wish to demonstrate to come to the Government House, where I will be happy to listen to their grievances and engage in constructive dialogue.”
He highlighted the state government’s efforts in implementing policies and programs designed to improve the well-being of citizens, emphasizing the many advantages Kano enjoys.
“We are united in our quest for positive change that will yield the desired objectives of peace, progress, and political stability. However, I must emphasize that social media has had a negative impact by allowing the abuse of leaders, which will not help us achieve our goals.
“This must stop, as it will only hinder our progress. We are facing a critical situation of hunger and other challenges, and we must work together to address them constructively.
“Our administration is currently sponsoring over 1,000 students pursuing various courses in foreign countries. We are also actively working to empower women and combat poverty in the state through a monthly program, which has already benefited over 5,000 women with a monthly stipend of N5,000, totaling over N260 million.
“Additionally, we are committed to providing access to clean drinking water in all metropolitan areas. Furthermore, we have recently procured N1 billion worth of fertilizer, and distributed free of charge to rural communities, aiming to boost food production and support agricultural development.
“We will not condone any form of violence or destructive behavior during the protest. The destruction of government property and looting of shops will not be tolerated,” he emphasised.
