Yusuf vs Gawuna: Kano Police Releases Crime Report After Supreme Court Verdict
- The Kano state police command has released its security report on the aftermath of the Supreme Court verdict of the state's governorship election
- According to the police commissioner, Mr Usaini Gumel, there was no record of criminal activities after the apex court declaration
- The police commissioner hailed the residents of Kano for their cooperation in ensuring peace and stability in the state
Legit.ng journalist Segun Adeyemi has over 9 years of experience covering political events, civil societies, courts, and metro
The Commissioner of Police in Kano State, Mr Usaini Gumel, has announced that no criminal incidents were linked to the Supreme Court's decision confirming Governor Abba Yusuf.
He assured that there was no vandalism of shops or business premises before, during, or after the celebration across the state.
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Mr Gumel shared this information during a press briefing in Kano on Saturday, emphasising that reports from all 44 local government areas indicated a peaceful celebration with no threats to lives or properties, promoting overall harmony.
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As quoted by The Nigerian Tribune, he said:
”We are happy that everyone heeds the advice issued by the police command, of which the early hour’s celebration was held in a hitch-free atmosphere across the state, and until this moment there is no security threat.”
Mr Gumel added that the festivities transpired without any incidents jeopardising lives or assets throughout all 44 Local Government Areas.
However, after the Supreme Court verdict, Legit.ng reached out to a resident of the Kano metropolis on the situation of things in the state.
The resident who preferred to be anonymous said:
"On the day of the Apex court verdict, the atmosphere was tense ahead of the judgement. However, it is commendable that there was no record of violence afterwards. Supporters of the ruling NNPP in the state celebrated with a few motorcycle stunts.
"It is commendable that supporters of opposing APC remained calm, and there was no major report of malicious reactions from them. Notably, most supporters revealed that they accept the court's outcome as Allah's will."
CP Gumel hails Kano residents
Similarly, the police commissioner praised the residents for collaborating with the deployed security personnel, emphasising their role in upholding law and order in the state.
Nonetheless, he urged the community to persist in aiding the command's initiatives by sharing valuable and prompt information to prevent criminal activities and apprehend wrongdoers.
He mentioned that the existing security measures would allow residents to conduct their lawful activities without disruptions.
Nevertheless, he suggested that the public provide timely information about the movements of suspicious individuals to facilitate appropriate security interventions.
Kano: Gov Yusuf sends crucial message to APC’s Gawuna after Supreme Court verdict
Meanwhile, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has called for collaborative development in Kano State as he appealed to his opponents to work with him.
He stated this shortly after the Supreme Court ruled in his favour and reversed his sack by the appellate court.
Governor Yusuf extended his heartfelt appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for not interfering with the judicial process.
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