By Mahmoud Muhammad Kano
Over 4,444 Qur’an memorizers converged at Kano’s Government House on Dec 6 to pray for an end to bandit attacks, a massive show of spiritual solidarity that drew Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, the 16th Fulani Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II and other dignitaries .
The governor framed insecurity as a non‑partisan “monster” that requires both prayer and concrete security measures, while the emir highlighted recent road‑building projects that should help security forces respond faster .
Participants from all 44 local governments joined the recitations, hoping divine intervention will complement the state’s efforts to curb kidnappings and killings in northern Kano .
The event sparked mixed reactions online—some praising the spiritual push, others questioning its impact, reflecting the broader debate over how best to tackle the crisis.
About The Author
