Kano Unveils Amnesty Plan for Repentant Thugs Under ‘Safe Corridor’ Initiative

The Kano State Government has launched a new amnesty programme under its ‘Safe Corridor’ initiative aimed at curbing political thuggery and youth unrest across the state. The state’s Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Ibrahim Abdullahi-Waiya, announced the move on Wednesday during the programme’s inauguration at the state police command headquarters.

Waiya revealed that 718 youths involved in thuggery have already been profiled, with an additional 960 currently undergoing police validation for inclusion. He emphasized Governor Abba Yusuf’s deep concern about the growing menace, stating the initiative was a deliberate and strategic step to address the negative impact on the state’s image.

According to Waiya, the repentant individuals will undergo drug testing, rehabilitation, and reintegration into society. He noted that many of the youths were misled by self-serving political actors and stressed that the state would no longer tolerate such manipulation. Once validated by the police, the governor will grant them full amnesty, clearing them of all criminal records.

The state Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, encouraged those still in possession of weapons to surrender them and seize the opportunity for a fresh start. Similarly, the Commander-General of the Hisbah Board, Sheikh Aminu Daurawa, called on the reformed youths to assist authorities in identifying drug dealers and persuading others involved in criminal activity to come forward.