Kano State Deputy Governor, Aminu Gwarzo, has led a high-powered delegation on a fact-finding mission to Edo State following the recent killings of 16 Kano indigenes in Uromi.
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf announced the constitution of the delegation to interface with the Hausa/Fulani community in Edo to evaluate the situation that led to the attack on the 27 hunters in Uromi while traveling from Rivers to Kano.
Just recently, Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo had led top members of his cabinet on a condolence visit to Tarankawa village, Bunkure Local Government Area, Kano State Government had sought for adequate compensation and justice for relatives of the victims.
In a statement issued by Ibrahim Garba Shuaibu, spokesperson to the Deputy Governor, the delegation includes Emir of Rano, Ambassador Mohammad Isa Umar, Commissioners for Religious Affairs, Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Special Duties and Women Affairs, Chairman of Bunkure Local Government Area; among other top officials.
Shu’aibu said the committee was set up in response to outrage and growing concern over the violent attacks in Uromi, which claimed several lives and displaced many residents including indigenes of Kano State residing in the area.
Speaking at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport prior to departure, Gwarzo reiterated the committee’s commitment to justice, peace, and reconciliation.
According to him, “The tragic incident, which occurred last month, has heightened tensions in the affected community. As part of its assignment, the committee is scheduled to hold consultations with the Edo State Governor, heads of security agencies, traditional rulers, and civil society organizations during its week-long stay.
“Our mandate is clear – to investigate, to consult and to recommend sustainable solutions. This is not just a fact-finding mission, but a peace-building initiative aimed at restoring confidence and preventing further violence.
“This initiative forms part of a broader intervention by the Northern Governors Forum to demonstrate solidarity, promote national unity and respond proactively to rising insecurity across the country,” he said.
The Deputy Governor reiterated the committee’s commitment to justice, peace, and reconciliation.
