Kano State Governor, Abdullahi Ganduje, has ordered the demolition of a building at the residence of a popular Islamic cleric, Sheikh Nasiru Kabara, over lack of approval.

The governor’s directive was contained in a statement issued by the Public Relations Officer of the Kano State Road and Traffic Agency (KAROTA), Nabilusi Abubakar on Tuesday.

The development was a sequel to an investigation which revealed that no official approval was given prior to erecting the building on land owned by Kano State Emirate Council.

The chairman, Committee of Removal of Illegal Structures, Baffa Babba Ɗan’agundi, said neither the state government nor the Emirate Council gave permission for the construction of the building.

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“It is important for the public to know that the illegal building had led to suspicion between the state government and the Emirate. After thorough investigation, it was discovered that some greedy and self-centered persons who only care about their interest were behind it.

“While further investigations are ongoing, Governor Ganduje has ordered a complete demolition, fencing, and installation of recreational facilities for children while the remaining space used for Zikir by the Kadariyya sect will also be well fenced, he said.

He added that the governor had directed that there should be security presence in the area always to protect children in the playground, parents and guardians against all forms of crime.

“The committee also warns that those who engage in erecting illegal structures in the state must henceforth desist from such as the government has resolved to prosecute anyone caught violating state laws regarding acquiring land and building,” he added.

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