Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State urged traditional leaders to cooperate with government and security agencies to maintain peace and security to the fullest extent possible in the state.
This was contained in a statement issued by the governor's spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Saturday.
According to the statement, the governor revealed this during a Ramadan Breakfast (Iftar) with Emirs and their council members from the 5 Emirates councils of the state.
The governor emphasized the crucial role of traditional rulers in upholding peace and security in their respective domains, highlighting the significance of their involvement in this vital aspect.
Governor Yusuf expressed concern over the diminishing tradition among institutions to keep detailed records of their subjects, a practice that once aided in efficiently monitoring movements within their territories by both locals and outsiders.
He urged them to revive this practice to enhance societal monitoring and security measures.
"We must revive this practice to enhance societal monitoring and security.”
Furthermore, Governor Yusuf disclosed his administration's plans to conduct house numbering exercises to accurately determine household populations for appropriate infrastructure planning and security management.
"We plan to conduct house numbering exercises to accurately determine household populations,” he added.
He urged traditional rulers to intensify their prayers for the state and the nation as a whole, reassuring them of his administration's support.
In response, the Emirs of Rano, Alhaji Kabir Muhammad Inuwa, Gaya, Alhaji Aliyu Ibrahim, and Karaye, Alhaji (Dr.) Ibrahim Abubakar, expressed gratitude for the governor's hospitality.
“We pledge our full support for policies and initiatives aimed at enhancing security and fostering peaceful coexistence in the state.”
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