Thugs Cart Away Ganduje’s Corruption Files – Kano Govt

iexclusivenews – Kano State was thrown into shock when a group of thugs attacked the Kano High Court, causing extensive damage to the building and stealing vital documents

This incident has sent shockwaves through the state’s political and judicial circles, raising serious questions about the security of legal proceedings and the integrity of the justice system in Kano.

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf personally visited the court to assess the damage, accompanied by high-ranking officials including the Attorney General and Commissioner of Justice, Haruna Isah Dederi, and the Chief Registrar of the High Court, Abdullahi Ado Bayero.

The governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, released a statement detailing the incident and the administration’s response.

Masterminds Behind the Attack

Governor Yusuf did not mince words in his assessment of the situation, describing the break-in as a “masterminded and stage-managed mission.”

He firmly believes that the attack was orchestrated to disrupt the ongoing corruption cases against Ganduje, who currently serves as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

“It is very unfortunate that enemies of Kano State hired undesirable elements to vandalize one of the historic public buildings with a mission of averting corruption charges against the Acting National Chairman of APC and former governor of the state, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, his family, and aides,” the governor stated.

The vandals left a trail of destruction in their wake, causing extensive damage to several units within the High Court, including the office of the state Chief Judge.

The governor estimates the total cost of the damage to exceed one billion naira.

The attackers not only stole office equipment but also destroyed office spaces and set fire to cars and other materials vital to the administration of justice.

Most critically, the thugs made off with documents related to Ganduje’s corruption trial, potentially jeopardizing the case against the former governor.

This targeted theft of legal documents has raised suspicions about the true motives behind the attack and its potential impact on ongoing legal proceedings.

In response to this brazen attack on the judiciary, Governor Yusuf has taken swift action.

He has ordered the immediate rehabilitation of the court building and called for enhanced security measures to ensure the effective delivery of justice in the future.

The governor also used this opportunity to address the youth of Kano State, urging them to resist being used as tools for violence.

“I urge our youth to resist being used as tools for violence. The future is in your hands, and you should concentrate on skills acquisition for a better tomorrow,” he stated, emphasizing the importance of education and personal development over political manipulation.

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Assurances to the Judiciary and Public

Governor Yusuf reassured the public that the judiciary, as the last hope of the common man, would be protected at all costs.

He expressed his sympathies to the Chief Judge, Dije Abdu Aboki, and the entire judiciary for this unfortunate incident, urging them to remain resilient in their pursuit of justice.

“We will not relent in securing the lives and property of the people of Kano State. The judiciary must be protected to ensure justice for all,” the governor affirmed. He further encouraged the judiciary to “brace up to cover what was lost in the court proceedings for the benefit of the common man.”

This incident has far-reaching implications for Kano’s political landscape.

The targeted theft of documents related to Ganduje’s corruption trial raises questions about the potential interference in legal proceedings and the lengths to which some may go to obstruct justice.

As the investigation into this attack unfolds, many are calling for increased transparency and security measures to protect the integrity of the judicial process.

The incident has also reignited debates about political corruption and the need for accountability among public officials.

As Kano State grapples with the aftermath of this attack, the focus now turns to rebuilding and strengthening the judiciary.

Governor Yusuf has pledged his administration’s full support in this endeavor, calling for unity and cooperation among the people of Kano.

The coming weeks and months will be crucial in determining the long-term impact of this incident on Kano’s judicial system and political landscape.

As the investigation progresses and efforts to recover the stolen documents continue, all eyes will be on Kano to see how this challenge to the rule of law is addressed and overcome.