Group Urges Kano Gov To Ignore Calls To Stop Supporting Renewed Hope Football Campaign Programmes
Wazobia Conflict Resolution and Peace Advocacy Initiative (WACORPAI) has appealed to Kano state governor, Eng Abba Kabiru Yusuf to shun the calls from certain quarters ,urging the state government to refrain from sponsoring football programmes under the banner of Renewed Hope Cup.
The group lamented that the call is unsporting and retrogressive, adding that , the call will invoke division and setback to the current progressive leadership of Kano State, under Eng Abba Kabir Yusuf.
The press statement signed and issued by the national president of the group, Comrade Ambassador Dr. Garba Suleman Marafa said “Youths are united faster through sports. These types of tournament unites our youths, and it requires the support and sponsorship of the Governor of Kano State
In his words “ I wish to express my deep shock over the report calling on His Excellency, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State, not to sponsor the Renewed Hope Football Campaign.
He alleged that “I am aware that opposition elements are playing a vital role to destroy this good initiative. We must keep sentiments aside.
“There is no reason why Yoruba, Hausa, Igbo, Calabar or any tribe should be discriminated against. As far as we are in Nigeria, if you are a professional and you are bringing anything that will bring progress and unity to our country, you should be given that chance. You should not be judged by tribe or religion.
“Sentiment is bringing setback to everything we are doing. We must desist from it. We affirm the capability of His Excellency, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, to do something to this effect, so that the right people will be allowed to do the work and make this tournament successful.
“Let us unite for peace, progress and development of Kano State and Nigeria.”
