By Abbati Iro
GIGGS, once a respected Civil Society Organization (CSO), has taken a drastic turn for the worse. Its recent actions have left many questioning its motives and integrity.
In recent weeks, GIGGS has launched a relentless assault on the Kano State Government, spewing forth press statements that are nothing short of propaganda. The language used is akin to that of an enemy of the state, leaving no doubt about their mission.
It’s no secret that GIGGS is being manipulated by powerful individuals with their own agendas. Their statements are crafted by well-known cronies in Abuja and surrogates in Kano, all working to undermine the Kano State Government.
What’s most disturbing is that GIGGS has compromised its values and principles for financial gain. This CSO has relegated itself from a respected advocate to a conflict entrepreneur, prioritizing profits over the welfare of the people.
GIGGS’ journey to this point wasn’t surprising, considering the characters behind it. They’ve always displayed traits of political jobbers who believe in the cash-and-carry theory, where loyalty is bought and sold.
The people of Kano will not be fooled by GIGGS’ antics. They deserve better than an organization that prioritizes its interests over their welfare.
It’s time for GIGGS to change its ways or risk losing the trust of the people forever. The people of Kano demand transparency and accountability from all organizations that claim to be working in their interests.
GIGGS must be held accountable for its actions. Its leadership has been opaque, and its funding sources are shrouded in mystery.
GIGGS’ actions have undermined the trust of the people in civil society organizations. Its behavior has been unacceptable and must be addressed.
The people of Kano demand a higher standard of behavior from all organizations that show support for greater Kano. GIGGS must put the interests of the people first.
Kano expects, and demand the CSO to align itself with best practices, and we asked will GIGGS reform and prioritize the people’s interests, or will it continue down its destructive path?
A stronger Kano requires better leadership, not just from its government but also from its civil society organizations. GIGGS must step up and adopt global best practices in its statutory role.
Therefore, the time for change is now. GIGGS must reform and prioritize the people’s interests, to revamp its image.
GIGGS should have at the back of their mind that a new path forward is needed, one that prioritizes transparency, accountability, and the welfare of the people.
A call to reform is necessary. GIGGS must reform and prioritize the people’s interests to regain the trust of the community. The future of GIGGS hangs in the balance. Will it reform and prioritize the people’s interests, or will it continue down its destructive path?
Abba Kabir Yusuf’s administration has kickstart a new era for Kano that prioritizes transparency, accountability, and the welfare of the people, and it remains incumbent on GIGGS to see through and turn a new leaf.
Abbati Iro, a Human Rights Activist writes from
Life camp Palm City Estate, Abuja. Can be reached at [email protected]
