The ancient city of Kano is currently under heavy security as the Governorship Elections Petition Tribunal prepares to announce its judgment on Wednesday. Quick-response armed security personnel have been deployed in and around the area in anticipation of the verdict.
A public warning has been issued, urging individuals without legitimate reasons to avoid the vicinity of the election tribunal located in Bompai. The presence of a combined force of military and police operatives has been observed in the state, demonstrating a show of strength.
The tribunal has scheduled Wednesday, September 20, as the day for delivering its judgment on the petition filed by the All Progressive Congress (APC), challenging the election of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP). This date was communicated to both parties in a hearing notice issued by the tribunal on Monday.
Despite the heightened security measures, Kano remains relatively calm and peaceful. Supporters of both the APC and NNPP eagerly await the tribunal’s judgment. Supporters of the ruling NNPP have engaged in a week-long prayer session, seeking divine intervention in the upcoming verdict.
In response to concerns about potential unrest, the Kano State Commissioner of Police, Mohammed Usuani Gumel, has convened meetings with leaders of the two political parties to promote peace. He has appealed to them to accept the tribunal’s decision in a spirit of goodwill and ensure the preservation of peace in the state.
As the judgment day approaches, the focus remains on maintaining security and civility in Kano during this critical period of political decision-making.
