Kwankwasiyya Movement Warns Kano Assembly, Government, Against Moves To Impeach Deputy Governor
By Abdullahi Yusuf
The Kwankwasiyya Movement has cautioned the Kano State House of Assembly and the State Government against proceeding with moves to impeach the Deputy Governor of the state, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, warning that such action could “deepen political divisions and undermine the mandate of the people.”
In a statement issued by the spokesperson of the Movement, Dr Habibu Saleh Mohammed, the group described the impeachment process as troubling and cautioned political actors in the state against actions that could be perceived as politically motivated.
“The people of Kano are closely watching the unfolding events, and there is growing concern that the impeachment moves may be driven more by political considerations than by genuine constitutional necessity,” Mohammed said.
He noted that while the constitution provides mechanisms for legislative oversight, impeachment remains one of the most serious powers available to lawmakers and should not be deployed for political convenience.
“Impeachment must never be reduced to a tool for settling political disagreements or rearranging political alignments. It must be guided strictly by justice, fairness and the interest of the people,” he said.
The spokesperson reminded the state leadership that the mandate that brought the present administration to power was the result of the collective efforts of thousands of Kwankwasiyya supporters across the state.
“The victory that produced this government was not the achievement of any single individual. It was the product of the sacrifices, loyalty and unity of Kwankwasiyya faithful across the 44 local government areas of Kano State,” he said.
According to him, any action that appears to target key figures within the administration risks sending the wrong message to supporters who worked tirelessly to secure electoral victory.
“Those in power must remember the collective struggle that made their success possible. Political authority should never be used in a way that creates the impression of abandoning the alliances and loyalties that built the movement,” Mohammed said.
He also urged members of the Kano State House of Assembly to exercise their constitutional responsibilities with caution and independence.
“The authority of the Assembly comes directly from the people, and such authority must be exercised with wisdom, fairness and a clear sense of responsibility to the electorate,” he said.
He warned that political actions perceived as persecution could create unnecessary tension within the state’s political landscape.
“History has shown that when political power is used in ways that appear unjust or vindictive, the people ultimately deliver their verdict through democratic means,” the spokesperson said.
The Kwankwasiyya Movement, he further said, remains committed to peace, democratic stability and the protection of the political mandate given by the people of Kano State.
“At this critical moment, all political actors must act with restraint and wisdom, remembering the sacrifices of the millions of supporters whose collective efforts brought this government into office,” the statement added.