The Kano State Government has taken a significant step to reinforce peace and unity by convening a crucial meeting with leaders of the Yoruba community. The engagement, held on Thursday, January 15, 2026, is part of a broader strategy to foster enduring harmony among all ethnic groups residing in the state.
Government's Call for Collaborative Security
Leading the dialogue, the State Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, made a direct appeal to the Yoruba representatives. He emphasized that the administration of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf is committed to creating a secure environment for every resident, regardless of their origin. Waiya stated that the meeting's core objective was to mobilize support from various community stakeholders for the government's initiatives aimed at restoring and safeguarding the state.
"Without adequate security and harmonious relationship, meaningful growth can barely be attained," Comrade Waiya asserted. He stressed that protecting lives and property is a paramount responsibility of the government, but achieving it requires a collective effort. "All hands must be on deck to salvage the security sector," he added, highlighting that security is a shared duty.
Yoruba Leadership Pledges Full Support
The Yoruba community was led by its traditional head in Kano, Ambassador Murtala Alimi Otisese, the Oba of Yoruba in Kano. In his response, Oba Otisese commended Governor Yusuf for his inclusive and non-discriminatory leadership style. He noted with appreciation that developmental projects under the current administration are spread across the state, benefiting areas like Sabon Gari where many non-indigenes live.
The monarch pledged the community's unwavering support for the government's peace and security objectives. Ambassador Otisese assured the commissioner that he would immediately convene a stakeholder meeting within the Yoruba community to strategize on the best ways to support the government's plans.
Focus on Inclusive Development
Beyond security, the commissioner urged the South-West extraction to back government policies and programs designed to improve the general standard of living. He specifically mentioned ongoing and future developmental projects, including the reconstruction of New Road, Sarkin Yaki Road, and Zungeru Road, promising that more dividends of democracy would be delivered.
Comrade Waiya expressed strong confidence that the long-standing cordial relationship between the Yoruba community and the indigenous people of Kano would serve as a solid foundation for jointly building a safer and more prosperous state. The government's outreach underscores its resolve to ensure Kano remains a model of peaceful coexistence and collaborative development.
