GOV. ABBA RESPONDS TO PROTESTERS
By: Directorate of Research and Documentation, Office of the Executive Governor, Kano State, 31st August 2024
Kano, Nigeria – In a bold move and swift responds to foster peace and unity
aftermath the nationwide protests in Kano and across the country, Governor Abba
Yusuf of Kano State has inaugurated a groundbreaking initiative that will bring
about a new era of citizen’s engagement.
We are pleased
to announce the launch of the Citizens Townhall Meeting and the Citizens
Voice Cup competition. These initiatives are designed to create a platform
for dialogue, engagement, and constructive action, ensuring that the voices of
all citizens are heard and respected.
Citizens
Townhall Meeting
The Citizens
Townhall Meeting will be a series of open forums held to provide a safe and
structured environment where citizens can express their concerns, share ideas,
and collaborate with local and national leaders on solutions to the pressing
issues facing our state and nation.
Key objectives
of the Townhall Meeting include:
- Promoting Dialogue: Fostering open and honest communication between citizens and
government officials.
- Identifying Solutions: Working together to develop actionable solutions to the
challenges highlighted during the protests.
- Building Trust: Strengthening the relationship between the government and the
people through transparency and accountability.
Citizens
Voice Cup
In conjunction
with the Townhall Meeting, we are also launching the Citizens Voice Cup
competition. This initiative aims to harness the unifying power of sports to reassure
citizens, especially the youth that their demands are heard by the government
and will be acted upon. It is the Government’s approach of extending a hand of
friendship and open dialogue while addressing the issues that sparked the
protests.
Gimbiya, Nana
Jibrin; DG, Research and Documentation Directorate speaking on the upcoming Events;
noted that the events would kickstart in coming days as her team are putting
modalities in place for the smooth running of the program “We invite all
citizens, community leaders, activists, and youth organizations to participate
in the upcoming Townhall Meeting and the Citizens Voice Cup. Your input is
vital to the success of these initiatives, and together, we can pave the way
for a more united and prosperous future for Kano and Nigeria,”. Jibrin stated.
Details of the
first Townhall Meeting, including the date, time, and venue, will be announced
soon. Information on how to enter the Citizens Voice Cup will also be made
available in the coming days.
For media or any
kind of inquiries, please call : 08135916461
