Former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress and former Governor of Kano State, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, has expressed deep sorrow over the recent bandits attacks in Shanono and Tsanyawa Local Government Areas, which led to the death of three persons and kidnapping of several women and children.
In a statement issued by Malam Muhammad Garba, a former Kano state Commissioner of information, Ganduje described the attacks as “tragic, painful, and deeply distressing.
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“The violent raids represent not only a breach of security but also a direct assault on communal peace and social stability,” Ganduje noted.
He extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, and residents of the affected communities, stressing that the emotional and psychological trauma caused by the incidents demands urgent support, coordinated response, and resolute action from all stakeholders.
The former governor called on the Kano State government to adopt proactive, intelligence-driven, and community-based security strategies, warning that the current situation appears to be “assuming a worrisome proportion that cannot be ignored or downplayed.”
Ganduje specifically urged the state government to borrow from the successful security models implemented under his administration (2015–2023), including strengthened local vigilance networks, multi-layered community policing, robust intelligence sharing, enhanced coordination with security agencies, and development-focused crime-prevention frameworks.
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He noted that these strategies significantly contributed to containing rural banditry, deterring urban criminality, and maintaining relative stability across the state during his tenure.
The former APC chairman also commended the governments of Niger, Kwara, Kebbi and some other states for what he described as “effective and decisive handling of similar security challenges,” praising their timely interventions, cross-agency cooperation, and strong community engagement in safeguarding lives and property.
Ganduje expressed appreciation for the commitment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu toward strengthening the nation’s security architecture, modernizing the armed forces, and improving operational capacity across all security formations.
He noted that the President’s ongoing initiatives demonstrate “strong political will and a clear determination to secure the country.”
The former governor further called on the affected communities to remain calm but vigilant, urging them to cooperate closely with security personnel and provide timely information that could help prevent further incursions.
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“Addressing insecurity requires collective responsibility and synergy among citizens, traditional institutions, government authorities, and security agencies is crucial in overcoming banditry and restoring enduring peace,” the statement said.
Ganduje assured the people of Shanono and Tsanyawa that they are not alone in their grief, reaffirming that leaders and stakeholders at various levels are committed to ensuring their safety and supporting ongoing efforts to secure their communities.
