The Digest:
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has demanded the immediate removal of the state's Police Commissioner, accusing him of insubordination and a direct challenge to gubernatorial authority. The conflict erupted during the state's Independence Day ceremony, where the governor alleged the police chief deliberately withdrew security, creating a significant breach in protocol and security coordination.
Key Points:
- Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf called on President Tinubu to remove CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori.
- The governor accused the Commissioner of defying lawful orders and undermining his authority.
- The clash occurred during Kano's 65th Independence Anniversary event at Kofar Mata Stadium.
- Yusuf alleged that police officers under Bakori's command withdrew from providing event security.
- He described the CP's conduct as "unprofessional, unethical, and embarrassing."
- The governor insisted the commissioner's continued presence challenges security coordination.
- He publicly declared the demand for removal "on behalf of the good people of Kano state."
Sources: Daily Post
