BREAKING: Kano Governor Abba Yusuf Dispatches HIgh-Level Delegation Including Deputy, Emir to Uromi on Fact-Checking Mission

Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has dispatched a high-level delegation under his Deputy Aminu Abdulsalam, to Uromi town in Edo State, to address the recent killing of 16 Hausa travelers.

In a statement issued by Ibrahim Shuaibu, spokesperson to the Deputy Governor, the committee included prominent figures, the Emir of Rano, Ambassador Mohammad 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.

The committee was established in response to national 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, Deputy Governor Gwarzo reiterated the committee’s commitment to justice, peace, and reconciliation.

“Our mandate is 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,” Gwarzo stated.

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 organisations during its week-long stay.

“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” said the statement.