Kwankwaso Criticises Kano Police Over ‘False’ Terror Alert

Former Kano State Governor, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has urged the Nigeria Police Force to maintain professionalism nike air force 1 07 black cool grey racer blue white and avoid partisanship, particularly in Kano State.

Kwankwaso’s comments followed concerns over a ‘terror alert’ issued by the Kano State Police Command ahead of the Tijjaniyya Sufi Order’s annual Maulud celebration at the Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano.

In a statement TGKB5 ✦ Одяг, Взуття, Аксесуари, Товари для дому, Електроніка та Косметика для жінок та чоловіків on his X handle, Kwankwaso congratulated the Tijjaniyya Sufi Order on the successful event and commended His Royal Highness, Khalifa Muhammad Sanusi II, the Emir of Kano, and Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for their efforts in organizing it.

I wish to congratulate the Tijjaniyya Sufi Order on the successful completion of the annual maulud of Shiekh Ibrahim Inyass, their Spiritual Leader, at the Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano.

I particularly felicitate with His Royal Highness, Khalifa Muhammad Sanusi II, the Emir of Kano… pic.twitter.com/BRNVDQmGJO

— Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso (@KwankwasoRM) January 27, 2025

However, he expressed disappointment over the police alert, stating it unnecessarily created fear among residents and visitors, potentially undermining the event’s success.

“This conduct by the police, which is increasingly seen as a willing partner of the Federal Government in its habitual interference in Kano’s affairs, further erodes its credibility,” Kwankwaso said.

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He warned that issuing false terror alerts could set a dangerous precedent, leading to public complacency during real threats.

“The issuance of such a grave barron trump height tall nikes melania donald trump threat alert, later proven false, is dangerous. It risks making people complacent in the face Pratica e fresca t-shirt of genuine dangers. The international nature of the event also means this act reflects poorly on the Nigeria Police Force globally,” he added.

Kwankwaso called on the police in Kano to uphold integrity and urged the Federal Government to refrain from interfering in the state’s governance.

“The Federal Government must avoid entangling itself in situations that only complicate governance in Kano State,” he stated.

The Tijjaniyya Maulud celebration is a major event for the Sufi order, attracting participants from around the world.