Kano State’s Islamic scholars and clerics (Ulamas) have urged Governor Abba Yusuf to exercise restraint and avoid taking any steps that could lead to unnecessary conflict and instability in the state.
Against the backdrop of the ongoing emirship dispute, the clerics urged caution, stressing that hasty decisions could exacerbate tensions, destabilize the state, and further afflict its citizens, who have already borne the brunt of previous harmful policies.
This is contained in a statement jointly signed by Khalifa Sheikh Lawi Atiku Sanka, Khalifa Nal Abdulkadir Ramadan, Prof Abdulahi Pakistan, Mallam Yusuf Ahmad Gabar, Lawan Abubakar Triumph, Sheikh Mohd Bakari, Imam Usaini Yakubu Rano, Imam Jamilu Abubakar and Professor Ibrahim Maibushira.
The Islamic scholars also praised the judiciary and security agencies for upholding the rule of law in the state.
The statement reads in full: “On behalf of the Islamic Scholars and Clerics (Ulamas) of Kano State, we express our heartfelt appreciation for the crucial role played by the judiciary and security agencies in maintaining peace and stability in Kano State. We commend them for upholding the rule of law and ensuring a return to peace in the state.
We urge the Executive arm of Government, under the leadership of Governor Abba Kabir Yusif, and the Speaker of the State House of Assembly to exercise caution and refrain from making decisions that may jeopardize the state’s stability and exacerbate the suffering of the people of Kano State, who have already endured enough due to previous negative decisions and misguided policies.
We are particularly grateful to the judiciary and security agencies, who have been the last hope for the people, standing strong and protecting the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. We commend our patriotic President, Asiwaju Bola Ahmad Tinubu, for his unwavering commitment to upholding the rule of law and separation of powers, and his vital role in maintaining peace in Kano State and the country at large. We appreciate his efforts and exemplary leadership.
We stressed the significance of respecting the rule of law and the need for all arms of government to work together in harmony to ensure peace, stability, and progress in the state.
Let us unite to create a better tomorrow for Kano State, where justice, peace, and prosperity thrive, and where every citizen’s rights and dignity are cherished and protected.”
