Police, Community Leaders Unite Against Kidnappers in Kano

Amid increasing incidents of kidnapping in Shanono and Tsanyawa Local Government Areas of Kano State, the state Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, on Tuesday, May 14, 2025, convened a security meeting with community leaders and stakeholders at Faruruwa Village in Shanono.

The meeting, following a directive from the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, focused on enhancing community-based policing and improving cooperation between residents and security agencies.

Attendees included traditional rulers, local government chairmen, district heads, and representatives of security agencies from Shanono, Bagwai, Tsanyawa, Gwarzo, and Bichi—areas affected by insecurity due to their location near border communities.

Police spokesperson Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa said the aim was to strengthen coordination between the police and communities, particularly in intelligence gathering and early warning systems.

Speaking at the event, the Chairman of Shanono Local Government, Abubakar Barau, expressed the readiness of residents to work hand-in-hand with the Police. “Our people are committed to peace and are willing to provide useful information that can prevent attacks. We will do our part,” he assured.

Reinforcing the call for unity, the District Head of Shanono, Dr. Bashir I. Muhammad, described security as a shared responsibility. “No agency can do it alone. We must unite as one people to support the Police and protect our homes,” he said.

Alhaji Garba Bichi, Chairman of the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC) for the Bichi Area Command, emphasized trust and communication between residents and law enforcement. “We must engage more with the Police and not wait until something happens. It’s a partnership,” he stressed.

Commissioner Bakori said the Police would step up patrols and intelligence activities. “We’re not here for mere talk. We’re here to take action, guided by what we hear from you. We will increase our presence and remain in constant dialogue with you,” he said.

After the meeting, the Commissioner visited the Police Girls Secondary School (PGSS) in Shanono to review and improve its security arrangements.

The Police Command reiterated the importance of public cooperation in addressing insecurity. “With your cooperation, we can keep Shanono, and indeed Kano State, safe,” said spokesperson Kiyawa.

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