Kano State's Deputy Governor, Aminu Gwarzo, has publicly apologised to the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, for implicating him in the ongoing emirship dispute in the state. Gwarzo had previously accused Ribadu of facilitating the return of the deposed Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, by providing him with private jets.
Ribadu denied these accusations and threatened legal action against Gwarzo. During a press conference held at the Government House in Kano on Monday, Gwarzo clarified that the state government had been misinformed about Ribadu's involvement in the crisis.
“The Office of the National Security Adviser has refuted the allegations and distanced themselves from what we have alleged,” Gwarzo said. “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.”
Gwarzo expressed surprise and shock when Ribadu's name was initially mentioned in the plot to impose the deposed emir. He apologised for any embarrassment and inconvenience the allegations might have caused Ribadu and his office.
“We apologise to the National Security Adviser, his person, and office for any embarrassment and inconveniences this might have caused him,” Gwarzo stated. “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.”
The apology aims to mend relations and clarify the state government's position in the dispute, highlighting a commitment to accurate information and respectful engagement with national security authorities.
