Ganduje Dismisses Call For His Arrest As ‘Reckless, Baseless’

Ganduje Dismisses Call for His Arrest as “Reckless, Baseless”

Former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and immediate past governor of Kano State, Abdullahi Ganduje, has strongly condemned the Kano State Government’s recent demand for his arrest.

The call, which stemmed from alleged comments Ganduje made regarding the establishment of a militia group, was described by him as politically motivated, unfounded, and a diversion from pressing security challenges in the state.

In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Edwin Olofu, Ganduje characterized the move as “reckless, baseless, and a clear reflection of the Kano State Governor’s desperation and incompetence.” He accused Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s administration of failing to address the escalating insecurity in several local government areas, including Bagwai, Shanono, and Tsanyawa, where communities have suffered repeated breaches without receiving adequate government attention.

Ganduje argued that instead of focusing on securing lives and property, the governor has resorted to scapegoating and political theatrics. He criticized Yusuf’s absence during critical moments when communities were in distress, noting that such detachment reveals a disconnect between the governor and the people he claims to serve.

Ganduje emphasized that leadership should be demonstrated through purposeful action, responsibility, and compassion, not through press conferences or statements aimed at diverting public attention from failures.

The former governor also defended his record in office, insisting that during his eight-year tenure, Kano State enjoyed stability and security.

According to Olofu, Ganduje was never associated with violence or acts undermining peace, and his administration earned national commendation for safeguarding lives and property. This, he said, stands in sharp contrast to what he described as the current administration’s ineptitude and lack of direction.

Ganduje’s response comes shortly after Governor Yusuf signed the Kano State Security Neighborhood Watch Law, 2025, a move aimed at strengthening local security structures.

However, Ganduje urged the governor to focus on his constitutional duty of protecting residents rather than engaging in what he termed “political theatrics and unfounded allegations.” He concluded by reiterating that true leadership is measured by responsibility and compassion, not by attempts to silence political opponents.

This clash underscores the deepening political rivalry in Kano State, where security concerns and governance challenges continue to dominate public discourse.

Ganduje’s dismissal of the arrest call as baseless highlights the tension between past and present administrations, with both sides trading accusations over responsibility for the state’s security situation.