- Safiu Kehinde
Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has expressed his displeasure over the conduct of some women and youths who displayed panties during the recent visit of First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu.
The youths had over the weekend taken to the street to welcome Tinubu.
They were however seen displaying branded red panties which was allegedly donated to them by the state governor.
NPO Reports however gathered that the display was an intended mockery campaign against the Kwankwasiyya Movement- the support group of the state’s former governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso.
Reacting to the development in a statement issued on Monday by his Chief Press Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad, Yusuf condemned the display, calling the act “disrespectful and unacceptable”
According to Mustapha, the Kano governor described the beahviour as a breach of cultural and religious norms while speaking during a special prayer session held at the Government House.
Yusuf had, at the event which had about 4,444 Quranic reciters gathered to pray for peace, stability, and prosperity in the state and the country at large, distanced himself, his administration, and the people of Kano State from the incident.
‘This behaviour is a deviation from the values underpinning my administration’s Kano First Agenda.
“Such actions contradict Islamic teachings on modesty and respect for authority.’ he said.
Yusuf warned the youths involved against repeating such conduct, noting that actions capable of tarnishing the image of the state would not be tolerated.
The governor also cautioned politicians against exploiting young people for political gains.
“Our youths should be symbols of hope and development, not tools for mockery or moral decadence,” he said, urging political actors to promote decency and focus on policies that advance the state.
The governor called on those responsible to seek forgiveness from God and apologise to the people of Kano state for the embarrassment caused.
He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to maintaining Kano’s reputation for discipline, hospitality, and religious devotion, while prioritising youth mentorship and cultural preservation.
In his remarks, the Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, represented by Alhaji Aliyu Harazumi, assured that the emirate would continue to organising Quranic recitations to promote lasting peace in the state.
Several Islamic scholars who spoke at the event also emphasised the need for moral discipline and collective responsibility in sustaining peace and unity in Kano state.