Set aside grievances, join new Kano agenda – Yusuf tells Kwankwaso

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State urged Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement, to drop his grievances and support the administration’s plan to rebuild Kano.

“I call on him to look at Kano, not personal interests, and come on board to join the train of peace and a new Kano that will ensure a stable and progressive state,” the governor said.

“When we had a programme some days ago, I looked around and saw that almost everybody was there except Kwankwaso. Even governors who had problems with their deputies reconciled on that day,” he added.

Governor Yusuf delivered the remarks during the annual Hawan Nassarawa on Friday, stressing that his primary goal is to create a great Kano united by its people.

The governor praised the Emir of Kano for his wise counsel but reminded him, “I have never feared anybody in my life. My humility is not cowardice but a reflection of my good nature and closeness to the people.”

“When we came into office, we met things in decay. That was why we introduced several measures to correct the ills without any rancour,” he said.

“If we had met Kano in its former state, we would have taken measures against anybody who wanted to create problems. We tried to stop the killings, just like what happened two years ago; that was why we shunned the Hawan Daushe.”

He assured the Emir that he would remain on his throne, adding that a day for a durbar “that will shake the world” is coming.

The governor noted that 85 percent of his advisers are performing well, while about 15 percent are trying to create problems within the government.

“Be warned, we are watching. Sooner rather than later, we are coming for you, and you will see the consequences of your negative actions,” he warned.