Worried by the ongoing Kano emirship tussle, a group under the auspices of 'One Kano Agenda', (OKA), has appealed to President Bola Tinubu, Governor Abba Yusuf and Northern leaders to facilitate a peaceful dialogue among all relevant stakeholders with the intent to resolve the long dragging dispute.
The group who spoke through its Director General, Amb. Abbas Abdullahi during a press conference on Sunday in Kano, said a prompt non-partisan mediation effort will go a long way in protecting the traditional values and also ensuring harmonious working relationship between the state and federal institutions.
They warned that attempts to politicize or exploit the traditional heritage for personal or partisan gain risk harming the social fabric of state.
According to the group, "We are gathered here, because we believe that Kano must come first before political differences personal ambitions or any divisive agenda. Recent developments around the Emirate issue have stirred tensions, sparked public debates and regrettably fueled discord among our people. While discussions on matters of history and tradition are important, we must be careful not to allow misinformation or political manipulation to erode the unity we have built over generations.
"The matter of our traditional institution is one that deserves deep respect and careful handling. The Emirate is not just a cultural symbol, it represents centuries of governance values and leadership. Attempts to politicize or exploit this heritage for personal or partisan gain risk harming the social fabric of our state. Let it be clear the peace and dignity of Kano must never be sacrificed for any agenda.
"At this critical juncture, we call on all youth civil society groups religious leaders political actors and traditional stakeholders to rise above divisions and put Kano first; Let us not allow any individual or institution to drive a wedge between us. The strength of Kano has always been in its people diverse resilient and unity.
"We respectfully appeal to His Excellency President Bola Ahmed Tinubu His Excellency the Governor of Kano State and the respected elders of Arewa to take a proactive role in encouraging peaceful dialogue among all relevant stakeholders. National peace begins with local harmony and the restoration of calm in Kano is a matter of national interest. A prompt non partisan mediation effort will go a long way in maintaining mutual respect between state and federal institutions and protecting our traditional values.
"To our royal fathers and traditional leaders, our guardians of heritage , your wisdom and voice are needed now more than ever. We urge you to continue being voices of reason and to encourage restraint and understanding among your followers.The people of Kano look up to you, Let your leadership guide us through this time with dignity and foresight.
"Let this be a turning point where we the people of Kano reaffirm our commitment to unity peace and development. Let us channel our energies into dialogue, community building and civic participation . It is only through cooperation and respect for our diverse perspectives that we can safeguard our traditions and move forward as one people.
"As we go forward let every community leader, youth representative and citizen become a promoter of peace. Let us teach our young people that the true strength of Kano lies not in conflict but in collaboration not in division but in solidarity.
"Kano’s greatness lies ahead of us not behind us. It is not late to rewrite the new future together, with courage wisdom and a deep love for our land," the group however stated.
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