A youth group loyal to former Kano State Deputy Governor, Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna, has announced its defection and declared support for the administration of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf.
The Kano State Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Hon. Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, received the group at his office at the Ministry of Information and Internal Affairs.
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Speaking during the visit, the group’s leader, Mustapha Chali, expressed full support for the ruling APC administration in Kano, saying the youths decided to support the government in order to contribute to the development of the state.
Mustapha Chali said the group would continue to work with the government to sensitise youths and members of the public about its policies and programmes being implemented for the benefit of the people.
He added that the youths had recognised the importance of working together with the government to support efforts aimed at developing Kano State and improving the lives of its people.
On his part, the group’s Public Relations Officer, Muhammad Ibrahim, popularly known as Omo, expressed appreciation for the warm reception accorded to them by Commissioner Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya.
Muhammad Ibrahim said the Commissioner’s respectful reception had further encouraged the group to continue engaging with the government and expressing their views on issues affecting youths.
He commended Commissioner Waiya for his efforts in opening the doors of the ministry to organisations and members of the public to discuss important issues concerning the development of the state.
The group also expressed its commitment to continuing to sensitise youths on the importance of peace, unity and peaceful participation in politics.
In his remarks, Commissioner Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya commended the group for its decision to express its views and seek collaboration with the government.
He said the doors of the Kano State Government remained open to all organisations and citizens interested in contributing to the development of Kano.
The Commissioner also reiterated that the government would continue to collaborate with youths and other stakeholders to ensure peace and sustainable development across Kano State.
