PRESS RELEASE
REJOINDER TO DAILY TRUST LEAD STORY: “KANO — NEW BANDITS FRONTIER”
The attention of 262 members of the Kano Patriotic CSOs Coalition Forum (KPCF) in Kano State has been drawn to the Daily Trust lead story of Tuesday, 2nd December 2025 titled “Kano — New Bandits Frontier.”
The publication contains misleading claims, distorted narratives, and exaggerated conclusions that risk creating needless fear, undermining public confidence, and scaring away investors from a state that has remained one of the most peaceful in Nigeria.
While we acknowledge the importance of responsible journalism in highlighting security concerns, it is equally important that such reporting remains factual, contextual, and devoid of sensationalism.
1. Recent Incidents Do Not Indicate a Collapse of Security in Kano
The article attempts to portray Kano as a new hotbed of banditry. This assertion is incorrect and not supported by empirical evidence.
The recent incidents in a few border communities—which share boundaries with Katsina—are part of a well-known trans-border spillover affecting many states. This challenge is not unique to Kano, and security forces have already carried out successful operations including:
Neutralisation of multiple bandits in Shanono
Rescue of kidnapped victims
Strengthened intelligence operations in border corridors
Kano remains one of the safest and most stable states in northern Nigeria, with Kano metropolis experiencing no banditry attacks.
2. The Narrative on “Breakdown Between Government and Police” Is Misleading
The article attempted to politicise a sensitive security matter by insinuating a “breakdown” between the state government and the Nigeria Police. This is not only false, but a deliberate attempt to create political tension.
Security agencies—including the Army, Police, DSS, NSCDC, KAROTA, Hisbah and local vigilantes—continue to operate through established inter-agency structures.
The State Security Council meets regularly, and the government has continued to provide logistics, vehicles, communication equipment, and operational support to federal security agencies.
The emirate issue referenced in the story is entirely unrelated to ongoing coordinated security operations.
Journalistic linking of unrelated political matters to banditry is irresponsible and harmful to public trust.
3. The Report Exaggerates the Threat to Kano’s Business Environment
Kano remains a major commercial hub, and the insinuation that insecurity is crippling business activities is unfounded.
Markets, industries, warehouses, and transport corridors continue to operate normally. Investors operating in Kano—local and international—have not issued any advisory or raised alarm.
The government has strengthened:
Night patrols
Technology-enabled intelligence
Enforcement of motorcycle/tricycle regulations
Border monitoring
Community vigilance networks
These measures are already yielding positive results.
4. Failure to Highlight Government Response Is a Major Factual Gap
A balanced story should have reported:
Recent joint security operations in the border axis
Government reinforcement of the 2013 Motorcycle Regulation Law
Activation of emergency response and intelligence units
Increased deployment by the military and police
Ongoing community engagement by traditional leaders
Strengthened collaboration with Katsina and Jigawa authorities
Daily Trust omitted these critical facts, thereby presenting an unbalanced and alarmist narrative.
5. Sensationalism Undermines Public Confidence
Terms like “new bandits frontier” are alarmist and do not reflect the actual security situation.
Such sensational phrasing:
Spreads fear among residents
Affects investor perception
Undermines the morale of security forces
Creates an exaggerated image of crisis
Damages public trust in institutions
Responsible media must avoid framing that amplifies threats beyond their reality.
6. Kano People Have a Long History of Resilience and Vigilance
Daily Trust rightly mentioned the arrest of suspects at Kofar Ruwa—a clear sign that the people of Kano remain:
Alert
Organized
Cooperative with security agencies
Determined to protect their communities
This civic vigilance is a major asset and contradicts the picture of a state succumbing to insecurity.
Conclusion
Kano is not “a new bandits frontier.”
Border security challenges—common across northern Nigeria—are being tackled promptly, professionally, and collaboratively.
We call on Daily Trust and other media outlets to:
Avoid sensational reporting
Uphold factual accuracy
Seek clarification from authorities before publishing
Consider the economic and psychological consequences of misrepresentation
The people and government of Kano remain resolute, vigilant, and united in protecting the state’s long-standing reputation as a peaceful commercial centre in Nigeria.
Signed,
Hassan Ibrahim Gama Mustapha Muhammed Chiroma
Convener Co-Convener
Endorsed by:
S/N
Contact Person
Name of Organization
1
Peter Hassan Tijani
Network For Empowerment And Development Initiative (NEDIN)
2
Yahaya A. Yahaya
National Association Of Persons With Physical Disabilities Kano Chapter (NAPWPD)
3
Yakubu Musa
Gurjiya Danbagina Youth Development Association
4
Awaisu Umar Usman
Garun Mallam Youth Progressive Movement
5
Hassan Ibrahim Gama.
Masses First International Organization –MFI
6
Rakiya Abba Tahula
Interfaith Peace Foundation
7
Ibrahim Muhammad
Rural – Urban Slums Development Initiative (RUSDI)
8
Muhammed Yusuf Gama
Global Youth and Women Support Initiatived – GLOYWSI
9
Dr. Yahaya Danjuma Yusuf
International Peace And Secure Society (IPSS)
10
Mohammad Gudunwawa
Gudunwawa Community Association
11
Mustapha Muhammed Chiroma
Community Rights Initiative Of Nigeria (CORIN)
12
Abubakar Shariff Jaddah
Society for Women and Child Health Initiative (SWACHI)
13
Mohammad El-Gambo
Gwangwazo Development Association
14
Ruth Stephen
Touch and Care Foundation (TOCAF)
15
Adamu Umar
Rano Youth Enlightenment Forum
16
Maimuna Shuaibu
Muna Helping Hand Foundation
17
Auwalu Hassan
Kawo Jirga Forum Association
18
Amb. Lami Bako Yakasai
Enlightenment And Empowerment Of Northern Women Initiative
19
Abdulrahman Uba Daushe
Spinal Cord Injuries Association Of Nigeria (SCIAN)
20
Salisu Gambo Ditol
Youth Mobilization Via Media
21
Surayya S Hamza
Madile Women Developement Association
22
Ahmad Tijjani
Alkali Ahmad Center For Development
23
Sunusi Hashimu
Society For Child Support And Economic Empowerment (SOCSEE)
24
Hassan Musa Yaro
Cardinal Aid Development Support Initiative
25
Nworisa Michael
Stand For Peace Initiative
26
Farouk Umar
Citizens for Development and Education (CDE)
27
Shehu Isah
Gajida Youth Development Associations
28
Dr. Auwalu Halilu
Non-formal Development for Education and Health Initiatives ( NDEHI)
29
Hassan Jibril
Gano Development Association
30
Khadija A. Muhammad
Nana Aisha Development Initiative (NADI)
31
Mrs. Comfort Omownmi Williams
Green Pasture and Home Initiative (GPHI)
32
Maijidfa Yahaya.
Eyes on Democracy
33
Halima Suleiman ESQ
Advocacy on Human Rights and Equal Opportunity (AHREO)
34
Hadiza Musa Na’Allah
Karkasara Tawakalli Women Farmers
35
Umar Saleh Umar
Youth Empowerment and Health Development Initiative (YEHDI)
36
Mustapha Muhammed
Social Awareness and Community Development Initiative (SACDI Nigeria)
37
Safiyya Salisu Abdul
Support Group for Good Governance
38
Prof Muhammad Bello Shitu
Inclusive Community Education and Development Association ( ICEADA)
39
Dr. Kabir Hamisu Kura
Community Development Initiative
40
Jakada Abubakar Sambo
Temako Community Health Grassroots Empowerment Foundation (Temako)
41
Ali Suleiman
Friends Of The Community Organization (FOCO)
42
Hafsat Muhammed
Hamdala Heaith Support Initiative
43
Halima Titi Bello
Women Gender Developers (WOGEND)
44
Bashir A Bashir
Diamond Youth For Community Development
45
Yusuf Muhammad Anas
Dawaki Youth Network for Better Tomorrow Initiatives
46
Abdurrashid Salisu Baba
Tsakuwa Mu Farka Development Association
47
Dr. Tanimu Adam Ibrahim
Gwarzo Initiative Forum
48
Sumaila Namadi Ahmad
Yadfulde Kiru Local government Association & Developement
49
Garba Lawan
Rano Development Association
50
USMAN UMAR MUHAMMAD
SUHAIL HUMAN DEVELOPMENT CONCEPTS (SUHUDEC)
51
Ahmad Tahir
Doguwa Tailoring Association.
52
Rakiya Ladi Musa
Ansar Women Development
53
Amina Ali Alhassan
Be My Guide Development initiative.
54
Nura Lambu
Tofa Youth Development Forum
55
Suleiman Lawan
Gulu Community Development Association
56
Amb. Rabi Yusuf Gezawa MON
Center For Empowerment Of Older Persons And The Vulnerable (CEOPAV)
57
Dr. Auwalu Halilu
Community Education And Health Promotion Initiative
58
Fatima Ibrahim
Women Advocacy for Inclusive Democracy.
59
Zuwaira Omar Mohammed
Resource Center for Human Rights and Civic Education (CHRICED)
60
Hauwa Mohammed
Women Democracy Monitors
61
Abubakar Auwal Ahmad
Diso Self Help Group ( DISHEG) Gwale Local Government
62
Ismaila Abdullahi
Gidan Kankara City Community
63
Ibrahim Abubakar Bello
Gaya Youth Forum
64
Comrade A.A Haruna Ayagi
Human Rights Network Of Nigeria
65
Sa’adatu Shehu Uba
Apnan Foundation
66
Tijjani Sarki
Human Rights Watch And Youths Empowerment Foundation, Nigeria.
67
Sabo Bello Madaki
Kiru Community Development Association
68
Sulaiman Yusuf Maitama
Dambatta Reporters
69
Kabiru Balarabe Dambatta
Dambatta Academic Forum
70
Ola Taiwo
Mari-Care Foundation for Widows, Single Parents, Orphans and Vulnerable Children Nigeria. (MARI-CARE)
71
Aminu Sa’ad
Consolidated Ajingi Development Association.
72
Solomon Samuel
Mercy Helpline Initiative
73
Abdullahi Madaki
Kunkurawa Youth Development
74
Ruqayya Umar Tofa
Positive Pathways Initiative
75
Sadisu Umar Imam
Coalition Of Expert For Fight Agains Tuberclosis AIDS And TB
76
Sheriff Abubakar
Sheriff orphanage and charity home foundation (Sheriff foundation)
77
Sunday Ani
SOTEC Foundation
78
Abba Hamisu Sani
Society for patriotic Jonalism (PATRTIOT)
79
Salmanu Muhammed
WAZOBIA International Women and Children Foundation, Kano
80
Abubakar Abdulkadir
One Voice Development Initiative (OVID)
81
Matthew Jerry
Samarita Hope
82
Amb. Hadiza Abdullahi kishimi
Women’s Social and leadership Development initiative ( WSLDI )
83
Habibu Barau Ruwantsa
Ruwantsa Youth Development Association, Dambatta
84
Abdussalam Haruna
New Turn for Youth Enthusiasm & Development
85
Bethel Orji
Bethel Royal Foundation
86
Mustapha Nasiru Kwalli
Nigeria Agricultural tranforma and Sustaitanability Initiative (NATSI)
87
Amb. Mustapha Abdullahi
Kano Youth Digital Rangers
88
Grace Musa
Standup for Women Society
89
Mohammed Bello
African Center Innovative Research
90
Dr. Ramatu Garba
Support For Women And Teenage Children (SWATCH)
91
Rakiya Shehu Bala
Police Community Relation Committee (PCRC)
92
Muhammad Munir Rabiu
Dantsinke Develoment Association
93
Binta Idris Wudil
Zawaciki Housing Estate Women Initiative (ZHEWDI)
94
Kamal Abdulmuminu
Bulbula Development Association
95
Haj. Maimuna Yakubu Mohammed
SWODEN Kano
96
Zainab Muhammad Bello
Accelerated Learning And Life Long Development Initiatives (Alaldi)
97
Dalhatu Jibrin Dalhatu
Karaye Initiative Forum
98
Khadija Mahmoud
Change Agent For Empowerment In Community Development
99
Amb. Idris Tahir Yakubu
Upward Youth Accountability, Peace And Human Rights Initiative (YAPHI)
100
Halima Ahmad Batayya
Batayya Women And Youths Supports Organization
(BAWAYSO)
101
Ibrahim Adam
Nigeria Peace, Unity And Progress (NPUP)
102
Surayyah Abdulkadir Sha’aban
YUFAAZ Farmers Development Initiative (YuFDI)
103
Amb Emmanuel Gabari
African Focus For Youth Development
104
Nusaibatu Muhammad
Iyayen Giji Development Association.
105
Adamu Balarabe Sarbi
Sarbi Development Association
106
Ibrahim Hamisu Maifada
Zumunta Ruhin Alumma Association
107
Abdulaziz Habibu Bello
Yanoko Youth Development Association
108
Jamilu Tafida Mashe
Janguza youth and soviatal development forum (JYSDF)
109
Sani Shafi’u
Dawaki Community Health Initiative (DCHI)
110
Urwatu Salisu lambu
Tofa youth development initiative
111
Ibrahim Dahiru Makama
Brown Wall Community Development Initiative
112
Sani Muhammed Adam
Annur Health And Peace Community Development Initiative
113
Dr. Abubakar Isa Ibrahim
K-Rimin Gado Civil Society Organization.
114
Fatima Haruna Sani
Women Peace and Security Networks (WPSN)
115
AMINA DOGARAI
Women and orphans charity initiative
116
Detective Auwalu Bala
Balewas Security
117
Muhammed Yahaya
Youths Empowerment and Human Development Initiative (YEHDI)
118
Tajuddeen Alkasim
Youth Movement of Arewa
119
Surayya Ado Salisu
ABC Road Safety Project Initiative
120
Usman Yusuf
Coalition of Social Inclusion Practioners Initiative (COSIPI)
121
Alhassan Mohammad
Mayor of Arewa Foundation Initiative
122
Aishatu Isah Sa’id
Youth And Women In Governance
123
Gaddafi Sani
Early Warning Early Response Group ( EWER)
124
Dr. Abubakar Ibrahim Hassan
YEHPI
125
Ni’imatullah Muhammad
Peace, reform and development initiative
126
Aishatu Usman
One Kano Agenda
127
Mohammad Mahdi Abdullahi
Inclusive Education & Safe School advocate
128
Mohammad Ismail
Nigerian Opportunities Industrilization Center
129
Sunusi Mamuda Wudil
Wudil association corporative
130
Amb Maryam Ibrahim Sani
Nigerian Coalition on youth,peace and security Agenda,Kano.
131
Auwal Mohammad
Dakata Community Developement association
132
Sabo Madaki
Reproductive Health and Rights Advocacy Initiative (REHEaRD)
133
Abdurrazak Ayuba Usaini
Minjbir East Community Development Association(MECDA)
134
UMMI KHAMIS YAKASAI.
KANO YOUTH DEMOCRATIC MOVEMENT.
135
Areemu Adeyini
Civil Society for Conflict Resolution in Nigeria
136
Murjanatu G. Umar
Women Empowerment, Leadership, Education, Advancement And Development Initiative (WE-LEAD)
137
Audu Saidu
Mu Tallafi Juna Kadawa (B) Gwale Local Government
138
Mikailu Yusuf Dauda
Arewa Youth Ambassadors
139
Sani Mohammed
Bridge Connect
140
Saddiqa Musa Saleh
Bararmusa Human Developement Initiative
141
Mohammad Lawal Datti
Initiative for Health Rescue & Risk Reduction
142
Yakubu Zainab Ibrahim
SWEEAP
143
Umar Ahmed
Development Research & Project Center
144
Amina Akilu Aliyu
Save the Windows Initiative’s
145
Mashkura Abubakar
Coalition of Northern Youth Assembly
146
Mrs. Amarachi Nwoko
Inter-tribe Community Support Forum
147
Saminu Yusha’u Chula
Chula Area Development Association.
148
Garba Haruna Idris
Community Action for Sustainable Development
149
Mr. Nathaniel Akor
Merit Kano
150
Sunusi Garba Shehu Gajale
Kafin Maiyaki Community Development Association (KACODA)
151
MUHAMMAD TUKUR GARBA
Institute for human development and information technology (IHDIT)
152
Kamalu Saminu Dawaki
DAWAKI COMMUNITY HEALTH INITIATIVE AND DEVELOPMENT (DCHID)
153
Ubale Yusif
KOFAR GABAS Development Associates
154
Nafisa Shehu
Community Health & Research (CHR) Email: nafisaexcellence2024@gmail.com
155
Umar Ibrahim Umar
War Against Injustice
156
ABDULKADIR MUHAMMAD
Maikalwa Youths Development Association (MYDA), NA’IBAWA ZARIA ROAD KUMBOTSO LGA KANO
157
Amb.Pat. Alhassan Bintu Yakudima
North West Zonal Commander. Peace corps of Nigeria.
158
Umar Sayyadi Muhammad –
Guiding Light Information Technology.
159
Salamatu Sulaiman Mustapha
Salmah Africa Rescue Initiative
160
Revd. Fr. Emmanuel Ikpeha PhD
Justice Development & Peace Commission
161
Zubaida Umar Gashash
Youths And Women Sustainable Development INITIATIVE’S (YASDI)
162
Fatima Abdullahi Haruna
Kano Women In Community Development Initiative (KaWICDI)
163
Salisu Ibrahim Saeed
Kano youth integrity forum
164
Wali Ado Rano
Voice Of The Hopeful Enlightenment And Development Initiative (VOHEDI)
165
Nafisa Imam Abdullahi
Kanawa educational foundation for the disabled
166
Salisu Anas Adamu
Kano Real Estate and Land agent Development Association (KARELDA)
167
Muhammad Ibrahim
Painters and Decorators Association of Nigeria
168
Abdulmumini Bin Yusuf
Association Of Adult And Non Formal Education (AANE)
169
Hamisu Garba Garko
Garko Progressive Youths And Women Initiative (GAPYAWI)
170
Abubakar Sammani
Dambatta Support Initiative
171
Samaila Inuwa Abubakar
Bargoni Civil Society Development
172
Abdulaziz Abdullahi
Kiru Zumunta Development Association
173
Dr. Aisha Mustapha
ProfiKano-Jigawa Peace And Development Advocates (KAJPADA)
174
Sadiya Ali Abbati
Women Initiative For Empowerment And Education (WIEE)
175
Bello Sunusi
Zarewa/Karo Development Association
176
Abdulrazaq Musa
Rogo Youths Development Association
177
Saratu I. Maigida
Lifeline Initiative For Widows Empowerment And Economic Development (LIWEED)
178
Abdulrazaq Ado Zango
Kano Initiatives Of Persons With Special Needs (KIPSN)
179
Umar Iliyasu Madobi
Madobi Youth Development Forum
180
Ali Abdu Sambo
Grasssroots Health Organization Of Nigeria (GHON)
181
Sagir Salihu Chedi
Voice And Accountability Platform (VAP)
182
Nuhu Tela
Zumunta Community Development Support Initiative
183
Umar Muhammed Umar
Global Peace Development
184
Abdullahi Zakari
Tauraruwa Awareness and Development Association
185
Khadija S. Muhammed
One Voice Development Initiative (OVID)
186
Amin Buba Dibal
Dibal Foundation
187
Nura Abdullahi Gama
Youth Organization for fight against HIV/AIDS/ TB (YOFFA)
188
Saifullahi Yahaya
Dawakin tofa Unity Forum
189
Abubakar Umar Idris Makoda
Makoda Youth Alliance
190
Shitu Salisu Ahmad
Danguguwa Tayani Mugyara
191
Barr. Mustapha Idris
Human Right and Community initiative
192
Jamilu Lawan Kura
Kura Youth Development Association
193
Gharzali Ibrahim Ungogo
Ummatee Centre For The Promotion Of Public Education, Accountability And Social Safety (UMMATEE-C4PASS)
194
Khadijah Ibrahim
Adolescents Girls, Children And Research Project – GCRP
195
Abdullahi Malam
Inuwa Ja`am (Kano Forum)
196
Asaju Kolawolekola
Kola and Funke Care Foundation
197
Ismail Abdulhamid Hussain (Kanye)
Kabo Local Government Development Forum
198
Aisha Halliru
Halliru Memorial Youth Development And Empowerment Initiative (AYDI)
199
Mrs. Esther Abdulahi Kingsley
Inter-tribe Community Support Forum
200
Ahmad Tijjani Yau
Civil Society Scaling -up Nutrition in Nigeria (CS-SUNN)
201
Dr. Musa Abdullahi Sufi
Sustainable Innovation & Development Solutions (SIDES)
202
Auwal Idris Dorayi
Center For Peace And Environmental Justice CEPEJ
203
Garba Hammadikko
Babanyaro Development Foundation
204
Auwal Ayuba
Toranke Educational Care & Support Association.
205
Ibrahim H. Sale
Habib Community Education Initiative
206
Bashir Adamu Jigirya
Participatory Learning and Action for Community Ownership (PLACO)
207
Ahmad Sani Saye
Saye Youths Development Association, Bichi LGA
208
Juliana E. Olokpo
Deborah`s Palm Humanitarian Initiative
209
Ali Mohammad Mashi
Global Improvement For The Less Privileged Persons Initiative
210
Aisha Adamu
Women Health Empowerment Emancipition And Inititiative (WHEEIK)
211
Maryam Nagado
Young Professional Women in Media
212
Ibrahim Muhammed Sani
Farin-ruwa Development Association, Shanono LGA
213
Nura Mohammad
Mufarka Youth Development Initiative
214
Musa Alhamdu
Women And Youths For Justice & Peace Initiative
215
Abubakar Shuibu Maitumaki
Youth Awareness Foundation On Drug Abuse (YAFODA)
216
Sadiyya Garba Mu’azu
Mother’s Association of Nigeria Makoda Chapter
217
Abba Badaru
WUDLIGHT Community Initiative
218
Mudansir Isah
Dawakin Tofa Youths Awareness
219
Umar Salim Wada
Rescue The Women Foundation (ROWOFO)
220
Aqibu Hamisu
Resource Management & Accountability Center
221
Dr. Mustapha Mukhatar
Danbatta Development Forum (DDF)
222
Ghali El Abdullahi
Youth O clock
223
Bar. Maryam Abubakar
Centre for Awareness on Justice and Accountability (CAJA)
224
Maimuna Umar Sheriff (SA Com. Policing)
Centre for Gender Base Violence Advocacy
225
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