The police command in Kano State on Monday assured the state residents of adequate security in the face of the tussle over the emirate seat.

Its commissioner, Usaini Gumel, gave the assurance during an interview with journalists in Kano.

“We are battle-ready to deal with any person or group of people tampering with the peaceful atmosphere our state is known for.

“We have the ability and capacity to provide required security measures in our areas of supervision, ’’ he said.

He warned individuals who intend to bring thugs from other parts of the country into Kano to reconsider, saying the command would deal decisively with the situation.

Mr Gumel reminded the public that the Nigerian constitution clearly states the police’s responsibility in providing internal security for Nigerians.

“The police will not condone any act that can lead to chaos or violence in Kano State.

“Adequate security personnel have been deployed to arrest anyone who attempts to disrupt the peace or break the law in the state,’’ Mr Gumel said.

He reminded the state residents that no one was permitted to carry dangerous weapons around the emir’s palace and Nasarawa, the emir’s residence.

“Rigorous stop-and-search and patrols are being conducted across all parts of the dissolved five emirates,’’ he said.

He urged residents to provide credible information to assist the police in responding swiftly to any situation that could breach the peace in the state. 

(NAN)