Kano Must Stay United – Shettima Warns Against Political Division

Political leaders in Kano State have been asked by Vice President Kashim Shettima to maintain unity and prevent political disagreements from dividing them.

During a nighttime visit to the Emir’s palace to offer condolences for the passing of Galadiman Kano, late Abbas Sunusi, he made the appeal on Saturday.

In the presence of prominent political heavyweights from the Kwankwasiyya and Gandujiyya factions, as well as Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and Kano APC Chairman Abdullahi Abbas, Shettima stressed the value of unity in the politically significant state.
Shettima stated that it is a mistake for political disputes to split or disturb a state like Kano, which is respected at all political levels.

“We do not rejoice when we see political rifts or finger-pointing among its people because Kano is a model for the entire Nigeria,” he continued.

“Kano is the heartbeat of the North; whatever affects Kano affects the North,” he wrote, highlighting Kano’s pivotal role in Northern Nigeria.

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Speaking emotionally, Shettima explained that he decided to use Hausa to guarantee audience understanding and clarity.

“I am delivering this message in Hausa because of this, and even though I am not a native Hausa speaker, I have done my best to ensure that you understand me,” Shettima stated.

He prayed for the late Galadiman Kano as well, hoping that God would grant him eternal life.

As some people were killed and others were abducted in recent bandit assaults in Shanono Local Government Area, the vice president sent his condolences to the families impacted.

“We are pleading with God to keep Nigeria and the country peaceful,” Shettima continued.