Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has condemned the conduct of some youths who reportedly displayed their underwear during the recent official visit of First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, describing the act as disgraceful and contrary to the values of the state.
The governor also dissociated himself, his administration and the people of Kano from the incident, saying it did not reflect the culture and traditions of the state.
This was contained in a statement issued on Sunday by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad.
According to the statement, Yusuf spoke during the Third Special Prayer for Lasting Peace held at the Government House, where 4,444 Qur’anic reciters gathered to pray for peace, stability and prosperity in Kano State and Nigeria.
He described the incident as a disturbing departure from the principles of his administration’s “Kano First Agenda,” adding that it was also contrary to the teachings of Islam, which emphasise modesty, discipline and respect for constituted authority.
“Our youths should be symbols of hope and development, not tools for mockery or moral decadence,” the governor was quoted as saying.
“I urge my fellow politicians to lead by example, cease the culture of insults, and focus on the Kano First Agenda rather than inciting our children toward indecency,” he added.
Yusuf called on the youths involved to seek forgiveness from God and apologise to the people of Kano for the embarrassment caused.
He also warned politicians against exploiting young people for political gains, saying such actions could damage the moral fabric of society.
The governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to youth mentorship, discipline and the preservation of Kano’s cultural heritage, adding that the state would continue to uphold its reputation as a centre of hospitality, religious devotion and respect for elders and leaders.
In his remarks, the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, represented by Alhaji Aliyu Harazumi, said the emirate would continue to organise similar Qur’anic recitations to promote lasting peace in the state.
Islamic scholars at the event included Sheikh Nasir Kabara, Sheikh Ali Dan Abba, Sheikh Jamilu Al-Qadiri, Sheikh Bala Kalarawi, Prof. Abdallah Pakistan and Sheikh Maihula.
