The Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has pledged to implement the suggestions of the committee that investigated the August 1, 2024, Finish Dangerous Governance protest, which claimed 10 lives and precipitated property destruction estimated at over ₦11 billion.
Governor Yusuf made this dedication whereas receiving the committee’s report from its chairman, Justice Lawan Wada (rtd.), throughout the twenty fifth Kano State Govt Council assembly on the Authorities Home on Monday.
The protest, which escalated into violence, resulted within the deaths of 10 people, left seven others critically injured, and precipitated intensive injury to private and non-private properties throughout Kano State.
“It is a tragic loss for the folks of Kano. The destruction of lives and properties is unacceptable, and our administration will take applicable motion to make sure justice is served,” Yusuf acknowledged.
The governor highlighted that his administration ensured the committee carried out its six-month investigation independently, with out interference.
“I’ve confidence within the integrity and professionalism of the committee members. They had been chosen primarily based on advantage, and I’m optimistic that they’ve accomplished their job with out bias,” he added.
Justice Wada, in his presentation of the report, famous that the committee visited all affected areas and engaged with stakeholders to compile an intensive account of the protest’s impression.
“We engaged with victims, safety companies, and eyewitnesses to make sure a complete report. The lack of lives and destruction recorded is unlucky, and we’ve really useful measures to forestall future occurrences,” Wada mentioned.
Governor Yusuf counseled the committee for its diligence and reassured the general public that its suggestions can be applied to forestall future violence.
“The federal government will take motion to make sure such incidents don’t reoccur. Those that sponsor violence and destruction should face the implications,” Yusuf affirmed.
The discharge of the report and the federal government’s assurance of its implementation sign a important step towards justice and accountability in Kano State.
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