The Commissioner of Police in Kano State, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, has called on youths involved in thuggery and violent activities to abandon crime and embrace peace under the state government’s “Safe Corridor” rehabilitation program.
Speaking at the program’s launch on Wednesday at the Kano State Police Command Headquarters, Bakori described the initiative as a lifeline for youths seeking to turn away from crime and reintegrate into society.
“This initiative is a testament to the commitment of our government and security agencies to foster a safer and more harmonious Kano State.
“I appeal to our youths, especially those engaged in Daba and other forms of thuggery, to repent, lay down their arms, and embrace peace. The life of crime only leads to destruction, pain, and regret,” he said.
The Police Commissioner stressed that security was a collective responsibility, urging residents to cooperate with the police through vigilance and the timely sharing of information.
CP Bakori also charged community and religious leaders to intensify campaigns against violence and anti-social behavior among young people.
He assured that the Police Command would continue to support programs that promote peace, rehabilitation, and reintegration of repentant individuals, noting that the success of Safe Corridor depended on collaboration between government, security agencies, and communities.
Commending the state government for what he described as a “bold and laudable initiative,” CP Bakori applauded repentant youths who have “taken the bold step to turn their lives around,” assuring them of the police command’s full support.
He concluded with a call for unity: “Without security, there can be no meaningful growth in our communities.
“Let us reject violence and criminality in all forms and build a Kano State where everyone feels safe and valued.”
