Former APC Leader Sounds Alarm on Kano Security Crisis
Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, the former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has issued a strong challenge to the Kano State government to confront the persistent bandit incursions threatening several communities before the situation escalates beyond control.
The former governor expressed profound sadness over the recent loss of lives and the kidnapping of women and children during bandit attacks in Shanono and Tsanyawa Local Government Areas. Through a statement released on Wednesday, Ganduje urgently called upon Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf to take immediate action to end this growing menace.
Ganduje's Security Recommendations for Kano
In the statement signed by Muhammad Garba, who previously served as Chief of Staff to the APC National Chairman and Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs in Kano state, Ganduje characterized the attacks as "tragic, painful, and deeply distressing."
Ganduje emphasized that these violent raids represent more than just security failures—they constitute direct assaults on communal peace and social stability throughout the affected regions.
The former governor extended his heartfelt condolences to bereaved families and residents of the impacted communities, stressing that the emotional and psychological trauma inflicted by these incidents demands:
- Urgent support systems for victims
- Coordinated response mechanisms
- Resolute action from all stakeholders
Ganduje specifically urged the Kano State government to adopt proactive, intelligence-driven, and community-based security strategies, warning that the current security situation appears to be "assuming a worrisome proportion that cannot be ignored or downplayed."
Pointing to Past Security Successes
The former APC chairman specifically recommended that the state government borrow from security models successfully implemented during his administration between 2015 and 2023. These proven strategies included:
- Strengthened local vigilance networks
- Multi-layered community policing approaches
- Robust intelligence sharing systems
- Enhanced coordination with security agencies
- Development-focused crime-prevention frameworks
Ganduje noted that these comprehensive security measures significantly contributed to containing rural banditry, deterring urban criminality, and maintaining relative stability across Kano State throughout his tenure as governor.
The former governor also commended the governments of Niger, Kwara, Kebbi and some other states for what he described as their "effective and decisive handling of similar security challenges," particularly praising their timely interventions, cross-agency cooperation, and strong community engagement in safeguarding lives and property.
Call for Collective Action Against Banditry
Ganduje expressed appreciation for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's commitment to strengthening the nation's security architecture, modernizing the armed forces, and improving operational capacity across all security formations. He noted that the President's ongoing initiatives demonstrate "strong political will and a clear determination to secure the country."
The former governor further called on affected communities to remain calm but vigilant, urging them to cooperate closely with security personnel and provide timely information to help prevent further bandit incursions.
Ganduje emphasized that addressing insecurity requires collective responsibility, explaining that synergy among citizens, traditional institutions, government authorities, and security agencies is absolutely crucial in overcoming banditry and restoring enduring peace to Kano State.
He assured the people of Shanono and Tsanyawa that they are not alone in their grief, reaffirming that leaders and stakeholders at various levels remain committed to ensuring their safety and supporting ongoing efforts to secure their communities against further attacks.
