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Blasphemy: Ganduje meets clerics, pledges to sign death sentence
Nasiru Yusuf
Kano state governor Abdullahi Ganduje has promised to sign the execution warrant for the death sentence passed on Yahaya Aminu Sharif for blasphemy.
Kano Focus reports that Mr Ganduje gave the pledge on Thursday during a meeting with clerics, lawyers, and security agencies held at Africa House, Government House, Kano.
“I will not waste time in signing the warrant for the execution of the man who blasphemed our Holy Prophet of Islam.
“What happened is so important to the state and to the security of the state and the nation in general.
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“What the Court did is absolutely right and we support it completely.
“Such kind of irresponsible act, if not because of the state power, nobody could know what would happen in the future,” Mr Ganduje said.
The governor noted that the blasphemy committed by the man is not related to any Islamic sect but an individual decision to “derail”.
He also commended how the court handled the case and commended all sections of the society for not fomenting trouble during the trial.
“Lawyers just told us that the case could go up to Supreme Court.
“So if that happens, I will not waste time in approving the verdict right away.
“And the second issue is, if the victim did not take up the case to appellate courts, I will not waste time to give the approval for the execution.
“I will not take more than few minutes to accept the verdict,” Mr Ganduje said.
Islamic Clerics, lawyers, security endorsed the verdict
The chairman Kano Council of Imams Nasir Adam and other Islamic scholars gave reasons why the judgment should be executed.
Ahmad Murtala of Bayero University Kano said executing the judgment would strengthen Shari’ah courts and respect Kano people and their religious rights.
In his remarks, chairman Kano state branch of Muslim Lawyers Association of Nigeria (MULAN) Sani Garba said the association supports the governor’s decision to sign the death warrant.
“Even if the case goes to the Supreme Court, nothing could change.” He said.
Also the chairman of NBA Kano branch Aminu Gadanya, said the association has accepted the court’s verdict.
The meeting was also attended by the Commissioner of Police, Director State Security Service (DSS), representatives of Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and Eze Igbo of Kano Boniface Ibekwe.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed grief over the passing of Alhaji Abbas Sanusi, the Galadiman Kano and senior Kano Emirate official.
KANO FOCUS reports that Abbas Sanusi died at 92 after a protracted illness. Many children and grandchildren survive him.
Among his children is Alhaji Abdullahi Abbas, the Kano State chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
In a statement issued on Wednesday by Special Adviser to the President Information and Strategy Bayo Onanuga President Tinubu described the deceased as a strong pillar of the traditional institution, its survival and development.
The President said the services of the late Sanusi, a titleholder since 1959, would be appreciated far beyond Kano Emirate and Kano State.
President Tinubu condoled with the government and people of Kano State, the Kano Emirate Council and the family of the late chief for the irreparable loss.
The President prayed to Allah to admit the Galadima in Jannatul Firdaus and comfort the family.
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, alongside his Edo State counterpart, Governor Monday Okpebholo, on Monday visited the Torankawa community in Kano to commiserate with the families of the 16 victims brutally killed in Uromi, Edo State.
The visit, which brought together key government officials and community leaders, was aimed at reassuring the affected families of the government’s commitment to securing justice and providing necessary support.
In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Governor Yusuf expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss and reiterated his demand for the swift prosecution of those responsible.
He also emphasized the importance of ensuring that similar incidents do not occur in the future.
“This visit is not just about condolence; it is about reaffirming our commitment to justice. The families of these victims deserve more than words—they deserve action. We will not rest until every perpetrator is brought to book, publicly paraded, and held accountable,” Governor Yusuf stated.
He further urged the Edo State Government to expedite the promised compensation for the victims’ families, emphasizing that the loss of breadwinners had left many households in distress.
On his part, Governor Okpebholo extended his heartfelt condolences, assuring the families that his administration was working tirelessly with security agencies to ensure justice is served.
“I want to personally assure you that we are treating this case with the urgency it deserves. Edo is home to all Nigerians, and this kind of violence will not be tolerated. The security agencies have made significant progress, and I assure you that justice will be swift,” Governor Okpebholo said.
Community leaders in Torankawa expressed gratitude for the visit, acknowledging that it had helped ease tensions and restore confidence in the government’s commitment to their welfare.
Governor Yusuf reaffirmed that his administration would continue to follow up on the case until justice is fully served.
In his response, His Highness Amb. Muhammad Isa Umar, the emir of Kano on behalf of the community, appreciated the two Governors for thier proactiveness in handling the unfortunate incidence.
Edo Killings: Gov Okpebholo visits Kano, pledges compensation for travelers
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Governor Monday Okpebholo, accompanied by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, paid condolence visit to the families of the 16 northern travelers killed in Uromi, Edo State.
KANO FOCUS reports that youths and women on Monday took to the streets in Bunkure Local Government Area, welcoming the visiting governor accompanied by governor of Kano.
At Torankawa, Governor Okpebholo assured the families that compensation would be provided and reiterated his commitment to ensuring that justice is served.
On his part, Governor Yusuf pledged cash assistance and food supplies to the affected families, though he did not specify the exact amounts or quantities.
Both governors reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring that the perpetrators are brought to justice and that such incidents do not occur again.
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