
The Digest:
Former APC Chairman Abdullahi Ganduje has dismissed the Kano State government's call for his arrest as "baseless and reckless," framing it as an attempt to divert attention from governance failures. According to TheCable, Ganduje's office responded to allegations that his remarks on state vulnerability preceded bandit infiltrations, counter-accusing Governor Abba Yusuf of neglecting communities living in fear.
Key Points:
- Ganduje rejected the Kano government's demand for his investigation and arrest
- State authorities alleged his comments preceded bandit attacks on border communities
- Former governor accused of attempting to create "illegal militia group."
- Ganduje's team called the allegations "desperation" due failing the administration
- Counter-accused the governor of never visiting terrorized communities
- Claimed eight-year tenure brought peace versus the current "directionless" governance
- Challenged the state government to focus on constitutional security duties
Sources: The Cable, Vanguard