By Ibrahim Muhammad, Kano. The Chairman of the Shura Council of the Tijjaniyya Sect, Sheikh Sani Shehu Maihula, has declared th...
By Ibrahim Muhammad, Kano.
The Chairman of the Shura Council of the Tijjaniyya Sect, Sheikh Sani Shehu Maihula, has declared the support of the Islamic group for the re-election of Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf.
This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Friday.
Sheikh Sani Shehu Maihula made the declaration during the annual Zikr and national prayer organised by the Tijjaniyya Sect at the Kano Emir’s Palace. He delivered the welcome address through his brother and Spokesman of the Tijjaniyya Council, Sheikh Ibrahim Shehu Maihula, also known as Shehi Shehi.
According to him, members of the Tijjaniyya Shura Council have unanimously resolved to support Governor Yusuf’s second-term bid in recognition of his commitment to good governance, promotion of Islamic values, and people-oriented policies.
The Islamic scholar commended the governor for his continued support to religious activities, education, healthcare, infrastructure development and social welfare programmes across Kano State.
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf appreciates endorsement
Responding, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf expressed appreciation to the leadership and members of the Tijjaniyya Shura Council for their prayers, confidence and endorsement.
The governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to serving the people of Kano with sincerity, justice and the fear of Allah. He pledged to sustain policies and programmes that improve the lives of citizens.
He also thanked religious leaders across the state for their unwavering prayers and guidance, describing them as critical partners in promoting peace, unity and development in Kano State.
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