The Kano State Government has strongly condemned the recent statement by Alhaji Usman Alhaji, leader of the APC Patriotic Volunteers, announcing plans to establish a shadow government in the state.
Describing the move as illegal and unconstitutional, the government warned that such actions could have serious social and legal consequences for Kano and Nigeria’s democratic system.
In a statement issued today by Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, the state Commissioner of Information and Internal Affairs, the government reminded the APC that Nigeria operates a presidential system, which does not recognize shadow governments, unlike the parliamentary model in the United Kingdom.
“The idea of forming a government within a government is not only unconstitutional but also a reckless attempt to destabilize Kano State,” the statement read.
“Democracy does not permit anyone to disregard constitutional governance simply because they have lost political relevance.”
The statement further accused the APC of engaging in desperate tactics to remain relevant after suffering electoral defeat. It reaffirmed that the elected administration of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf remains focused on governance, prioritizing key sectors such as education, healthcare, infrastructure, youth empowerment, and poverty alleviation.
Governor Yusuf’s administration, according to the statement, has achieved significant milestones, including the highest budgetary allocation to education in the country, major investments in healthcare and infrastructure, and institutional reforms aimed at transparency, accountability, and good governance.
The government warned that it would not tolerate any attempt to incite chaos or disrupt the state’s relative peace.
“We will take firm action, in accordance with the law, against any individual or group attempting to undermine the democratic process,” the statement added.
