From Maryam Ahmadu-Suka, Kaduna
A group under the aegis of the Coalition of Kaduna Stakeholders Forum has called for calm, due process, and constructive engagement over issues arising from the tenure of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai.
Speaking at a press conference in Kaduna on Sunday, the coalition’s convener, Alhaji Aliyu Muhammad, said matters relating to the previous administration are state issues that should be addressed through appropriate legal and institutional channels.
According to the group, policies implemented during the past administration generated public debate and differing experiences among civil servants, traders, and residents. It cited reforms affecting public service employment, urban development measures, and enforcement approaches during the COVID-19 period as areas that drew mixed reactions from stakeholders.
The coalition also noted ongoing public discussions surrounding a report by the Kaduna State House of Assembly reviewing financial procedures and loan utilisation during the period. It encouraged relevant oversight and anti-corruption institutions, including the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, to examine any submissions in line with the law.
“The rule of law must prevail. Any issues requiring clarification should be addressed transparently through the appropriate institutions,” the group stated.
The coalition emphasized that accountability, transparency, and adherence to due process are essential for strengthening democratic governance in Kaduna State. It added that open dialogue among stakeholders would help promote understanding and support institutional development.
Efforts to obtain immediate reaction from the former governor were unsuccessful at the time of filing this report. However, he has previously stated that many of his reforms were intended to reposition the state and improve public administration.
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