The political atmosphere in Kano is heating up as Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has issued a stern warning to his estranged benefactor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, urging him to be cautious with his utterances. Governor Yusuf specifically cautioned Kwankwaso against what he described as "frequent attacks" on his personality, emphasizing that his silence should not be misinterpreted as fear.
Warning at APC Event
Governor Yusuf gave the warning while addressing party supporters during the affirmation of Senator Abdulrahman Kawu Sumaila as the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial candidate for Kano South in Rano town. Speaking in Hausa, the governor declared that he would not hesitate to open Kwankwaso's "can of worms" in response to incessant attacks, if Kwankwaso continues to push him to the wall.
Shift in Strategy
Yusuf, who had earlier threatened to sack any political aide who abused Kwankwaso, appeared to have been forced to directly attack the Kwankwasiyya leader, preparing the ground for the political campaign. According to Yusuf, "For us, Kano peace is our priority, but if we are pushed to the wall, we will open our mouths and talk. Silence is not a sign of fear."
He added, "To even keep quiet is an act of worship, not because we are afraid, not because we are kids. How could a 69-year-old call a 63-year-old a kid? It is just a personal respect that you are slightly elder than me. However, if an old man does not respect himself and keeps quiet, the younger one will have what to say. So, we are pleading with them in the name of Almighty and His Messenger to keep their mouths shut. Else, you will hear a lot of revelations."
His comments come after Kwankwaso told Trust TV in an exclusive interview that Yusuf made a big mistake leaving the Kwankwasiyya Movement.
