Kano Deputy Gov Apologizes To Ribadu, Admits Error In Allegations

The Deputy Governor of Kano State, Aminu Gwarzo, has issued an apology to the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, for wrongly implicating him in the ongoing emirship dispute in Kano.

Recall that Gwarzo had previously alleged that Ribadu facilitated the return of the deposed Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, by providing private jets for his transportation. Ribadu denied these allegations and threatened legal action.

During a press conference at the Government House in Kano on Monday, Gwarzo apologized and clarified that the 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. 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 stated.

He said they were shocked from the outset when Ribadu's name was mentioned in the plot to impose the deposed emir.

“We apologize to the National Security Adviser, his person, and office for any embarrassment and inconveniences this might have caused him. 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,”