We ‘ll conduct credible LG polls in Kano soon – Yusuf

Gov. Abba Yusuf of Kano State on Sunday assured the people of his readiness to conduct free, fair, and credible local government elections in the state.

Supreme News reports that Yusuf spoke in Kano during a stakeholders’ meeting with the ruling New Nigeria People’s Party.

The governor revealed plans to conduct the council polls in compliance with the judgement of the Supreme Court that affirmed financial autonomy to the third tier of government.

Yusuf stressed the need for respect for the rule of law and commitment to financial prudence, accountability, and transparency in governance at all tiers of government.

The governor urged opposition parties to field candidates to test their popularity “because my government will not interfere with the electoral process.”

“Our administration has allowed the previous LG Executive Councils in the 44 LGAs to complete their tenure despite pressure from within; this is out of respect for the rule of law

He said preparations by the Kano State Independent Electoral Commission (KANSIEC) for the conduct of the council polls were in top gear.

“We will soon invite you again for selection of our party’s candidates to be fielded to contest for Chairman, Vice Chairman and Councillor in their respective constituencies.

“We shall run a peaceful campaign with the belief that majority of Kano people will vote for NNPP,” he said.