By Ahmad Tijjani Abdul
The Kano Peace Committee (KPC) has cautioned Kano youths against participating in the planned October 1 protest, citing concerns of violence and harm to public and private properties.
Amb. Ibrahim Waiya, KPC Convener/Head of Secretariat, in a signed statement that was made available to Daily INDEPENDENT stated that a sponsored campaign was circulating to mobilize Kano youths to continue the “End bad Governance” protest.
Waiya described the campaign as “misleading, unpatriotic, and ill-timed,” highlighting the devastating consequences of the previous national protest from August 1-10, 2024.
He said “Kano State experienced one of its worst nightmares, with billions of naira in damages and loss of lives,” Waiya said. “The protest caused significant economic, social, and commercial setbacks and damaged our integrity, respect, and honor among other states.”
Waiya reminded youths that many participants in the previous protest are still in jail, abandoned by those who instigated the violence.
“We urge youths to use their brains and think critically, avoiding manipulation by selfish politicians,” Waiya said. “It’s time to emancipate ourselves from political manipulation and rediscover ourselves as honorable human beings, equal to all others.”
The KPC appreciated the security agencies’ efforts in safeguarding the state and urged them to continue working professionally within the law.
Waiya concluded, “It’s time to join hands to salvage our dear state and country from evil plans that threaten peace, security, and peaceful coexistence. We must protect and preserve Kano State’s integrity, honor, and respect.”
The KPC’s warning comes as Nigeria celebrates its 64th Independence Day, emphasizing the importance of unity and peaceful coexistence.
