Kano State Government has strongly condemned the actions of some youths who publicly displayed undergarments during the visit of Nigeria's First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu. The incident, which occurred during an official engagement, sparked widespread criticism across the state.
Governor Distances Administration from Incident
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf denounced the conduct and distanced his administration from those involved. He emphasized that such behavior does not represent the values, traditions, or identity of the people of Kano. The governor spoke during a special prayer session at the Government House, where thousands of Qur’anic reciters gathered to pray for peace and stability. His remarks were conveyed in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary.
Call for Moral Upholding
Yusuf described the incident as unacceptable and contrary to the moral and religious teachings upheld in the state. "Our youths should be symbols of hope and development, not tools for mockery or moral decadence," he said. He urged political leaders to set better examples and warned against encouraging actions that could erode societal values.
Apology and Discipline Urged
The governor called on those involved to seek forgiveness and apologize to residents for the embarrassment caused. He also cautioned against using young people for political purposes that could harm their future. Yusuf reiterated his commitment to youth development and the preservation of Kano’s cultural heritage, promising to continue promoting discipline, respect, and religious values.
At the event, the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, represented by Alhaji Aliyu Harazumi, stated that similar prayer gatherings would continue as part of efforts to sustain peace in the state.
Related Context
In a separate development, a viral post alleging that the Kano state government distributed underwear to women as empowerment or campaign gifts was fact-checked and found to be false. The allegation was accompanied by photos of women holding red underwear, but no official distribution was confirmed.
Additionally, the Emir of Kano recently criticized President Bola Tinubu over the removal of fuel subsidy and continued borrowing, sparking mixed reactions from Nigerians.
