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IPSS Warns Against Formation of Illegal Hisbah Group, Calls for Unified Security Coordination in Kano

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The International Peace and Secure Society (IPSS) has raised alarm over reports suggesting attempts to establish a new, unauthorized religious policing structure in Kano State allegedly linked to former Governor Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje. The organization, dedicated to peace and community stability, described the development as “alarming and unacceptable,” according to a statement signed by its Director General, Comrade (Dr.) Yahaya Danjuma Yusuf.

IPSS stressed that the establishment of a parallel Hisbah group in Kano, not directly under the control of the state government but tied to a private citizen, amounts to “a call for anarchy.” The group emphasized that lawful security structures must remain under government authority to prevent chaos.

According to IPSS, Kano is a historically peaceful but complex state where harmony must be protected with utmost responsibility. The organization warned that at a time when Nigeria is battling insecurity, kidnapping, banditry, and violent extremism, creating a parallel Hisbah enforcement group outside state authority is “unlawful and dangerously shortsighted.”

“This is not a political matter, but rather one of security and survival,” IPSS declared in its statement.

The group further noted that suggestions to reorganize dismissed personnel of a former administration into a private Hisbah-styled group raise multiple red flags. IPSS pointed out that Kano already has an established Hisbah Board recognized by law, and creating a second version tied to a political figure would “divide authority, confuse the public, and threaten the delicate balance that keeps Kano stable.”

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“Two Hisbah bodies in one state is not coordination; it is a recipe for conflict,” IPSS warned. The organization added that the Constitution is clear on security matters, stressing that policing and enforcement powers are the exclusive responsibilities of the Federal Government, coordinated at the state level through the Governor as Chief Security Officer.

IPSS cautioned that allowing private actors to control security in Nigeria is dangerous, noting that such experiments often lead to escalation, confrontation, and instability.

The organization listed several risks posed by an unregulated Hisbah group, including escalation of insecurity through unauthorized armed mobilization, mixed loyalties to private patrons rather than the state, fear and intimidation among residents, infiltration by criminal elements, clashes with the existing Hisbah Board, and destabilization of Kano’s fragile security framework. “This is how societies slip into crisis, quietly at first, then suddenly,” IPSS stated.

On alternatives, IPSS recommended lawful ways to support disengaged Hisbah personnel, such as employment opportunities, skills and vocational training, and community reintegration programs. “Turning them into a private force is not empowerment, it is provocation,” the group emphasized.

Calling for immediate action, IPSS urged security agencies including the police, DSS, and NSCDC to investigate any statements or mobilization efforts suggesting the formation of unauthorized Hisbah outfits. The group also called for strengthened collaboration with the Governor of Kano State to ensure no illegal structure gains ground.

Community leaders, political actors, and the general public were advised to refrain from actions or rhetoric capable of inciting fear or undermining lawful security systems.

Reaffirming its commitment, IPSS said it stands firmly with the Federal Government and the Kano State Government in protecting the safety and integrity of society. “Kano is too precious, too fragile, and too important to be exposed to dangerous experiments in security. The state must choose stability over sentiment and reject any attempt, direct or indirect, to establish a private Hisbah force,” Yusuf concluded.

 

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Group warns Kwankwaso Against Using Social Media Handlers To undermine security and public order in Kano .

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The Kano Peace Coalition Group, has uncovered a report on how the Leader of Kwankwasiyya Movement, Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, allegedly manipulate Youth groups to create uncertainty and chaos in the ancient City of Kano.

The State Coordinator of the Group, Datti Datti Tukur, said in a release, Tuesday, that the Youth’s who are members of Kwankwasiyya Movement from the branches of the Social Media, have recently taken on their accounts attacking prominent political figures including the state Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, Abdullahi U GANDUJE and anyone that disagrees with his self serving political philosophy.
The group specifically singled out a case in which the Kwankwasiyya handlers degnirated the personality of Gov Yusuf depicting him in female attires wearing makeup.

Datti further added that, One of the characters involved in these atrocities was Abba Ibrahim Hussain aka Aiha, a notorious cyber stalker allegedly on the payroll of KWANKWASO.

“Available record shows that Hussain has been charged to a Magistrate Court 47 Zungeru Road, and reminded in Prison on 23 February 2026 for the offences of Cyber Bullying, Stalking and inciting public disturbances” by the DSS kano command.

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Similarly the Group also cited a case of one Abdulmajid Danbilki Kwamanda who was cautioned in the past by the security operatives for allegedly being used by Kwankwaso to denigrate the character of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and creat tension in the state.

The group further added that “Despite clear facts against him, Danbilki was neither detained nor harassed by the security Agency”.

They said, reports available to them, also identified one Samir Sani Hanga, Son of the Senator representing Kano Central, Sani Hanga, who was also accused of Cyber Bullying and Staking but cautioned by the security to desist from such criminal behavior in the presence of his father.

“Investigation also uncovered the involvement of one Abdullahi Aminu Warkal, another Kwankwasiyya social media handler who was alleged to have been harassed by the Security operatives.

“Report however indicated that Warkal was invited by the security agency to explain how he defrauded the government of N10 Million.

The Coordinator, appealed to Amnesty International who was said to have issued a statement alleging harassment of Political opponents in Kano to verify every claim with the spirit of fairness and professionalism before taking stand to avoid compromising the group’s reputation and credibility.

“That as a respected INGO, Amnesty International should not allow itself to be compromised by anybody but including KWANKWASO.”
The need to investigate and verify claims before rushing to the press is sacrosanct and complementary to the efforts of security agencies towards eradicating the menace of cyber bullying and disrespect for constituted authority.

He said, “Kano is a respected State with People of dignity, integrity and religious consciousness. No one will be happy to see some misguided individuals sponsored to disrespect elders and leaders. The Amnesty International should look at the issues of cyber bullying, stalking and incitement that clearly violates the law.

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President Tinubu Decorates Disu as New IGP

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By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has decorated the newly appointed Acting Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, with his new rank at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

The decoration took place during the swearing-in ceremony on Wednesday and attended by top government officials and some family members of the new acting IGP.

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With the swearing-in, the Acting IGP, Disu becomes Nigeria’s 23rd Inspector-General of Police.

His appointment follows the resignation of the former Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun.

The Presidency linked Egbetokun’s resignation to pressing family considerations.

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BREAKING: DSS Stalls Own Case Against El-Rufai, Claims Ex-Governor Not in Their Custody

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By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa

A Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned the scheduled arraignment of Nasir el-Rufai, a former governor of Kaduna State, until April 23.

Mr. el-Rufai is facing a three-count charge brought by the Department of State Services (DSS) related to the alleged unlawful interception of a telephone conversation. The charges stem from comments the former governor made during a television interview.

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The court had initially set Wednesday, February 25, for his arraignment. However, during Wednesday’s proceedings, Mr. el-Rufai was not produced in court.

Oluwole Aladedoyin, counsel for the prosecution, informed the court that the former governor is currently being detained by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) in connection with a separate matter.

“Unfortunately, the defendant is with the ICPC, and I do not know how far the investigation with the ICPC has gone,” Mr. Aladedoyin explained to the court.

The charges against the former governor pertain to an alleged breach of the Cybercrimes Act.

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