Ahead of Appeal Court governorship judgement, Police beef up security in Kano

Ahead of Appeal Court governorship judgement, Police beef up security in Kano

The Kano State Police Command has increased security in preparation for the Appeal Court’s decision on the state governorship election appeal in Abuja.

Although the appellate court postponed its decision in the case, the police claimed on Monday that they had deployed appropriate personnel and equipment in strategic areas throughout the state to secure the safety of people and property.

The command further claimed that this measure is required to prevent any disruption or breakdown of law and order in the state.

It should be noted that the Appeal Court in Abuja has reserved judgment on an appeal filed by the state governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, over his dismissal by the Election Petition Tribunal ruling, which ruled in favor of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna.

This is stated in a statement issued on Monday in Kano by the police public relations officer (PPRO), Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, on behalf of the state commissioner of police, Muhammad Usaini Gumel.

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Gumel reaffirmed that the Police Command, in collaboration with other security agencies in the state, will not tolerate any unscrupulous individuals attempting to compromise the security arrangements, and that residents are urged to go about their daily routines.

“The police and security agencies are assuring the good people of the state of adequate security before, during and after the declaration of the appeal judgement,” he said.

He added, “Residents of Kano State are also expected to play their part in avoiding to be involved in the breakdown of law and order. In view of this, the following advisories are issued:

“Politically motivated clustering of people at location under whatever guise will not be allowed.

“Engaging in mass actions, suggesting preparation for violent processions, protests or celebrations that may trigger reactions should be avoided.

“Unguarded statements from politicians likely to increase unnecessary tension or undermine the security arrangements and the sanctity of the judicial system should be avoided,” part of the statement says.

Ahead of Appeal Court governorship judgement, Police beef up security in Kano