Nigerian Democracy Working Group Urges Kano Rulers to Stay Neutral

The Nigerian Democracy Working Group issued a statement on Wednesday, signed by its Assistant National Publicity Secretary, Comrade Abubakar Sa’ad, urging traditional rulers in Kano State to remain neutral in partisan politics. This call came after allegations surfaced regarding some traditional rulers' involvement in an anti-APC rally, where posters and banners of President Bola Tinubu and Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf were reportedly pulled down.

The group condemned these actions as “unfortunate and unacceptable,” emphasizing the need for traditional leaders to avoid actions that could escalate political tensions. They also called on security agencies to protect lives, property, and political materials in Kano.

The organization reiterated that while citizens have the constitutional right to peaceful assembly, this should not justify property destruction or intimidation. The statement concluded with an appeal for peace and stability in Kano, asserting that the state would not be intimidated and would continue to progress under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda.