The Kwankwasiyya Movement has cautioned the Kano State House of Assembly against using the impeachment process as a political tool, warning that such action could deepen political divisions and create unnecessary tension in the state.
The group was reacting to reported moves by lawmakers to impeach the Kano State Deputy Governor, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo. In a statement issued on Friday, the spokesperson of the movement, Dr. Habibu Saleh, described the development as worrying and urged political actors in the state to exercise restraint.
According to Saleh, many residents of Kano are closely observing the situation, with growing concerns that the impeachment move may be influenced more by political considerations than genuine constitutional reasons.
“The people of Kano are closely watching the unfolding events, and there is increasing concern that the impeachment move may be driven more by political interests than by constitutional necessity,” he said.
Saleh noted that while the Nigerian Constitution empowers lawmakers to hold public officials accountable, impeachment remains one of the most serious powers available to any legislative body and must not be used lightly.
“Impeachment must never be reduced to a tool for settling political disagreements or rearranging political alliances. It must be guided strictly by justice, fairness and the interest of the people,” he added.
He also reminded the state leadership that the current administration emerged through the collective efforts and sacrifices of thousands of Kwankwasiyya supporters across the state.
According to him, the victory that produced the present government was not the achievement of a single individual but the result of unity, loyalty and dedication among supporters of the movement across the 44 local government areas of Kano State.
Saleh warned that any action perceived as targeting key figures within the administration could send the wrong signal to supporters who worked tirelessly during the election period.
He therefore urged members of the Kano State House of Assembly to carry out their constitutional responsibilities with fairness, independence and a strong sense of duty to the people.
The Kwankwasiyya Movement reaffirmed its commitment to peace, democratic stability and the protection of the political mandate given to the current administration by the people of Kano State.
