Kano Govt Accuses Demonstrators of Stealing Ganduje's Trial Files During Court Attack

The Kano State Government on Wednesday raised alarms over the theft of crucial documents related to the corruption trial of former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje.

The incident occurred during a nationwide protest that saw violent protesters invade and vandalize the State High Court.

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, who visited the court to assess the damages, condemned the act as a deliberate attempt to sabotage justice.

The stolen documents were essential to the prosecution of Ganduje, his wife Hafsat, his son Umar Abdullahi, and five others, all facing eight charges including misappropriation and diversion of public funds during Ganduje's eight-year tenure.

The looting left the court in ruins, with damages exceeding ₦1 billion. Offices, including that of the state Chief Judge, were ransacked, and vital materials crucial to the ongoing legal proceedings were destroyed.

Governor Yusuf emphasized the severity of the situation, stating, "It is very unfortunate that enemies of Kano State hired undesirable elements to vandalise one of the historic public buildings with a mission of averting corruption charges against the Ag.

National Chairman of APC and former governor of the state, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, his family, and aides." He urged the judiciary to persevere despite the setback and continue their work for the people's benefit.

The governor also appealed to Kano's youth to avoid being manipulated into violence and instead focus on skill acquisition for a brighter future.

He reassured the public of his administration's commitment to ensuring peace and security across the state and directed the immediate rehabilitation of the damaged building with enhanced security measures.