The Office of the National Security Adviser (NSA) has denied allegations that the NSA, Nuhu Ribadu, facilitated the return of the dethroned Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, to the state on Saturday.
Zakari Mijinyawa, spokesperson for the NSA’s office, labeled the accusation as “untrue.” This allegation was initially made by the state Deputy Governor, Aminu Gwarzo, who accused Ribadu of orchestrating the Emir’s return.
Responding to the claims, Mijinyawa clarified that Ribadu did not provide the aircraft used to transport Ado Bayero back to Kano. “I read the comments on social media; it is untrue. The NSA did not provide air transport to anyone to Kano,” he reiterated.
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Mijinyawa also urged politicians to be cautious with their statements, highlighting the potential harm misinformation could cause to the efforts of security agencies in maintaining peace within the state. “Political actors should desist from misinforming the public as law enforcement officials in the state strive to maintain peace and order,” he warned.
In a short video interview at the Emir’s palace in Gidan Rumfa on Saturday, Deputy Governor Gwarzo alleged that the NSA had provided two jets for Ado Bayero’s return to Kano. “The National Security Adviser gave two jets to bring the dethroned emir to Kano and to bring him to the place. We have not understood their intention,” Gwarzo claimed.
