Kano’s Deputy Governor, Aminu Gwarzo, has withdrawn his accusation against National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu, regarding his involvement in the Kano emirate dispute.
The Deputy Governor issued an apology to the NSA in a recent briefing, saying he was “misled”. He expressed regret for his previous remarks, and for “any embarrassment and inconveniences this might have caused him.”
Gwarzo acknowledged the denial of the allegations by the Office of the National Security Adviser, which had clarified the matter through multiple media outlets and contemplated legal measures.
He stated:
“The Office of the National Security Adviser has refuted the allegations and distanced themselves from what we have alleged. I have seen it, he has done it through three media, and today, I have seen the one about going to court.
“We have to acknowledge that we have been misled into believing that the NSA was behind the happenings along this line.
“We apologise to the National Security Adviser, his person and office for any embarrassment and inconveniences this might have caused him.
“We are human and can err at any time. On my behalf and the Governor of Kano State, I want to assure the NSA of our continued support and cooperation in discharging his duty as the NSA,” he said.
Previously, Gwarzo had accused Ribadu of using security forces to interfere in the Kano Emirate dispute, leading to intimidation of the people of Kano.
However, the NSA’s office refuted these claims, specifically denying involvement in facilitating the return of Aminu Ado Bayero, the deposed Emir of Kano, to the ancient city.