The Kano State Government has assured residents that the lingering emirate dispute in the state will soon be resolved peacefully, as efforts intensify to restore lasting peace and stability.
The Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Ibrahim Waiya, gave the assurance while speaking with journalists in Kano on Thursday.
Waiya said the state government had already put concrete measures in place to address the crisis, stressing that the administration was committed to engaging all relevant stakeholders to prevent the issue from generating further tension or disrupting governance.
According to him, the government’s approach is anchored on respect for the rule of law, traditional institutions, and the collective interests of the people of Kano State.
He urged residents to remain calm, noting that the administration of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf was focused on unity, peace, and development.
The Kano emirate dispute has remained a contentious issue in the state following the creation and subsequent reconfiguration of additional emirates, developments that have sparked legal battles, political disagreements, and public tension.
The matter has drawn national attention, with concerns over its implications for traditional authority, security, and governance in the state.
Waiya said the government was determined to bring the matter to a peaceful conclusion through dialogue and lawful processes.
Speaking on Governor Abba Yusuf’s recent defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC), the commissioner described the move as a development expected to bring significant benefits to the state.
According to him, Kano stands to gain increased dividends of democracy through closer alignment with the federal government, including greater access to interventions, projects, and development initiatives.
“The defection opens more doors for Kano. With stronger collaboration with the federal government, we expect more support in critical sectors such as infrastructure, health, education, and social welfare,” Waiya said.
On the political future of the deputy governor, who has not defected alongside the governor, the commissioner said the decision remained a personal one.
He explained that it was entirely up to the deputy governor to decide whether to continue working with the governor under the new political arrangement or pursue a different political path.
Waiya reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to transparency, inclusive governance, and peaceful coexistence, assuring residents that the interests of the people of Kano State would remain paramount as the government works to resolve outstanding issues and move the state forward.
