The Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf on Friday called on citizens of the state to be vigilant on security issues by reporting any suspicious activities to the appropriate authorities.
Governor Yusuf made the assertion while commissioning a Juma’at mosque at Ranawa town, Gezawa local government area of the state on Friday.
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The State Deputy Governor, Aminu Abdulsalam Gwarzo conveyed the Governor’s message stressing “Security should not be taken lightly.
A statement on Friday by the Deputy Governor’s Spokesman, Ibrahim Garba Shu’aibu said the Gwarzo gave the charge at the commissioning of the mosque.
“You should report any suspicious activities or movement to the appropriate authorities for prompt action,” Gov Yusuf was quoted as saying in the statement.
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Gwarzo further called on Ward Heads to be particularly watchful and ensure no fraudulent activities, such as illegal land or property sales, take place in their respective areas.
The Deputy Governor warned that any Ward Head found neglecting their duty to maintain security could risk losing their position.
In addition Gwarzo stressed the importance of setting up a committee to ensure that the mosque remains clean and in good condition.
He also encouraged the mosque committee to go beyond the basics of prayer by introducing programs aimed at teaching morals, especially for the youth, to promote values that can help curb social vices such as drug abuse, theft, and violence.
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In his remarks, the District Head of Gezawa, Alhaji Mahmud Yusuf, thanked the Deputy Governor for his words of encouragement and echoed the call for proper maintenance of the mosque.
He also expressed his gratitude to the stakeholders of Gezawa for their continuous support towards the development of the area.
