In a recent clash of political opinions, the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State has sharply criticized Senator Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso, the national leader of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP).
This critique stems from Kwankwaso's comments on how the federal government has handled the distribution of palliative measures intended to alleviate hardship.
Abdullahi Abbas, the APC Chairman in Kano State, has voiced strong disapproval of Kwankwaso's criticism. Abbas explained that the federal government's approach was influenced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s dissatisfaction with how palliatives were previously managed in the state.
According to Abbas, the President was concerned that earlier efforts had not sufficiently addressed the needs of those struggling.
Allegations of Mismanagement
Abbas’s statement, shared on X (formerly Twitter), highlights a significant issue.
He claimed that the federal government is dedicated to reducing hunger, but the NNPP’s actions are undermining these efforts.
Abbas alleged that despite President Tinubu’s approval of various palliative measures for vulnerable households, there were issues with the distribution process.
Specifically, officials responsible for distributing the aid were reportedly misappropriating resources.
Abbas brought to light several troubling incidents. He pointed out that high-ranking NNPP officials had been implicated in scandals that prevented palliatives from reaching their intended recipients.
For example, Dr. Tukur Dayyabu Minjibir, the Managing Director of the State Agricultural Supply Company (KASCO), was accused of improperly selling government-owned grains.
Calls for Investigation
The APC chairman urged Kwankwaso to press his chosen governor to investigate these claims of mismanagement.
Abbas insisted that the perpetrators of these diversion activities must be held accountable and face legal consequences.
He also criticized Kwankwaso for suggesting that the distribution was exclusively managed by the APC.
Bipartisan Efforts and Federal Committee
Abbas defended the federal government’s distribution strategy, emphasizing that it involved a bipartisan committee led by Deputy Senate President Senator Barque Jibrin.
This committee included members from various political parties, including the APC, NNPP, and PDP, as well as representatives from the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) and other notable figures.
He asserted that this diverse committee was tasked with creating detailed distribution plans to avoid mismanagement and ensure the aid reached those most in need.
Security and Political Tensions
Regarding the posting of directors in the Department of State Services (DSS), Abbas stated that President Tinubu’s decisions reflect his special regard for Kano and his commitment to ensuring capable leadership within security agencies.
He noted that during Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje's tenure, Kano was relatively peaceful with minimal violence.
Abbas attributed the current security challenges in the state to the NNPP government, accusing it of fostering and supporting violent activities among youth in the run-up to the 2023 election.
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