The Kano State Police Command has announced that it will comply with a court order restricting its participation in the upcoming Local Government election scheduled for Saturday, October 26, 2024.
The clarification was made by Superintendent of Police Abdullahi Haruna on Friday.
Recall that a federal high court in the state, among other things, restrained the police from participating in the forthcoming local government election in the state. The presiding judge, Simon Amobeda gave the ruling on Tuesday, in a matter filed by Aminu Aliyu Tiga and All Progressives Congress.
Taking a stance, Haruna said that the police will respect the court’s directive while maintaining their constitutional mandate to protect lives and properties.
“We will comply with the court order restricting us from participation in the coming Kano State Local Government Election. However, we will remain steadfast in fulfilling our constitutional mandate of protection of lives and properties.
“Following the court order restricting the police and the Kano State Independent Electoral Commission, the police vows to abide by the court order by not taking part in the forthcoming local government elections.
“You are very much aware of the court order which was received by the Police Command here in Kano. Item nine of the order provides that the Police should not participate in the forthcoming local government election in the state.
“So, the Police in Kano are not participating in the election. However, it’s our responsibility to ensure no breakdown of law and order in the state and we’re always alive to our responsibilities,” Haruna said.
He added that Kano State Police Commissioner Salman Garba has convened a meeting with senior officers to re-strategize efforts and ensure public safety.
