As Muslims across Nigeria and beyond prepare to celebrate the joyous occasion of Eid-el-Kabir, a coalition of 106 Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Kano State has extended warm greetings and best wishes to all residents of the state, particularly the Muslim faithful.
In a collective statement, the CSOs commended the people of Kano for their continued commitment to peace, communal harmony, and peaceful coexistence—especially during festive periods.
“In the spirit of the season, we call on all citizens to celebrate Sallah peacefully, respectfully, and in a manner that upholds the values of unity and mutual respect,” the coalition said.
The CSOs made a special appeal to the youth of Kano State to remain law-abiding and act as ambassadors of peace in their communities. “The youth are the backbone of societal development and must not allow themselves to be used by selfish individuals or groups to disrupt the peace and stability that Kano is known for,” the statement added.
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Expressing concern over the rising trend of politically motivated violence and incitement targeting young people, especially during periods of heightened social activity, the CSOs called on politicians, political actors, and community influencers to desist from involving youths in thuggery, violence, or divisive actions that could destabilize the state during or after the Sallah festival.
The group also urged security agencies to remain vigilant, professional, and proactive in ensuring the safety of lives and property throughout the holiday period. It emphasized that collaboration between civil society, communities, and security institutions is essential to maintaining lasting peace.
In conclusion, the coalition appealed to religious leaders, traditional rulers, and community stakeholders to use Sallah sermons and gatherings to preach peace, tolerance, and respect for diversity.
“Let this Eid be a time of joy, compassion, and peaceful celebration for all. Together, we can continue to build a Kano State where every citizen feels safe, included, and proud,” the statement said.
Eid Mubarak to all!
Signed:
Hassan Ibrahim Gama,
Mustapha Muhammed Chiroma
Co-signatories (106 CSOs):
1. Farouk Umar – Citizens for Development and Education (CDE)
2. Peter Hassan Tijani – Network for Empowerment and Development Initiative (NEDIN)
3. Yahaya A. Yahaya – National Association of Persons with Physical Disabilities Kano Chapter (NAPWPD)
4. Hassan Ibrahim Gama – Masses First International Organization (MFI)
5. Wali Ado Rano – Voice of the Hopeful Enlightenment and Development Initiative (VOHEDI)
6. Abdulrahman Abdu – Youth Empowerment and Human Development Initiative (YEHDI)
7. Dr. Kabir Hamisu Kura – Community Development Initiative
8. Rakiya Abba Tahula – Interfaith Peace Foundation
9. Dr. Ramatu Garba – Support for Women and Teenage Children (SWATCH)
10. Maimuna Umar Sheriff – Centre for Gender Based Violence Advocacy
11. Samuel Eneojo – Merit Kano
12. Bashir Suleiman Baba – Rural–Urban Slums Development Initiative (RUSDI)
13. Abubakar Jaddah – Society for Women and Child Health Initiative (SWACHI)
14. Saratu I. Maigida – Lifeline Initiative For Widows Empowerment and Economic Development (LIWEED)
15. Ali Suleiman – Friends of the Community Organization (FOCO)
16. Halima Titi Bello – Women Gender Developers (WOGEND)
17. Dr. Yahaya Danjuma – International Peace and Secure Society (IPSS)
18. Safayanu Bichi – Kano Budget Working Group
19. Mustapha Muhammed Chiroma – Community Rights Initiative of Nigeria (CORIN)
20. Abdulrahman Uba Daushe – Spinal Cord Injuries Association of Nigeria (SCIAN)
21. Rakiya Ladi Musa – Ansar Women Development
22. Sabo Bello Madaki – Kiru Community Development Association
23. Sunusi Hashimu – Society for Child Support and Economic Empowerment (SOCSEE)
24. Samaila Namadi Ahmad – Yadfulde Kiru Local Government Association and Development
25. Asaju Kolawole – KolaKola and Funke Care Foundation
26. Adeniyi Simeon Ayodeji – Green Pasture and Home Initiative (GPHI)
27. Bashir A Bashir – Diamond Youth For Community Development
28. Salisu Gambo Ditol – Youth Mobilization by Media
29. Fatima Umar – Adolescents Girls, Children and Research Project (GCRp)
30. Dr. Tanimu Adam Ibrahim – Gwarzo Initiative Forum
31. Ola Taiwo – Mari-Care Foundation for Widows, Single Parents, Orphans and Vulnerable Children Nigeria (MARI-CARE)
32. Suleiman Idris – Northern Youth Assembly
33. Sa’adatu Shehu Uba – Apnan Foundation
34. Mohammed Hussaini – Nigerian Democracy Working Group
35. Hauwa Mohammed – Women Democracy Monitors
36. Fatima Ibrahim – Women Advocacy for Inclusive Democracy
37. Rabi Alhassan – Movement for Women in Democracy
38. Maijidfa Yahaya – Eyes on Democracy
39. Aishatu Isah Sa’id – Youth and Women in Governance
40. Amb Dr Abdulrahman Kitilly Hudu (PhD) – Empowerment for Vulnerable Women and Children International (EVWACH International)
41. Gharzali Ibrahim Ungogo – Ummatee Centre for the Promotion of Public Education, Accountability and Social Safety (Ummatee-C4PASS)
42. Rabi Yusuf Gezawa MON – Center for Empowerment Of Older Persons And The Vulnerable (CEOPAV)
43. Zainab Muhammad Bello – Accelerated Learning and Life Long Development Initiatives (ALALDI)
44. Dr. Auwalu Halilu – Non-formal Development for Education and Health Initiatives (NDEHI)
45. Prof Muhammad Bello Shitu – Inclusive Community Education and Development Association (ICEADA)
46. Ismail Kanye – KABO Local Government Development Forum
47. Bello Karaye – Karaye Initiative Forum
48. Sani Bello Madaki – Kiru Community Development Association
49. Hassan Musa Yaro – Cardinal and Development Support Initiative
50. Saadatu Hashim – Concerned Mothers Association of Kano
51. Khadija Mahmoud – ChangeAgent for Empowerment in Community Development
52. Tijjani Baraya – Social Awareness and Community Development Initiative (SACDI Nigeria)
53. [Founder/CEO] – Human Rights Watch And Youths Empowerment Foundation, Nigeria
54. Ruth Stephen – Touch And Care Foundation
55. Abdulmumini Bin Yusuf – Association Of Adult And Non Formal Education (AANE)
56. Maimuna Shu’aibu – Muna Helping Hand Foundation
57. Amb. Idris Tahir Yakubu – Upward Youth Accountability, Peace And Human Rights Initiative (YAPHI)
58. Musa Abdullahi – Emagency Peace Security Committee (EPSC)
59. Ibrahim Adam – Nigeria Peace, Unity And Progress (NPUP)
60. Ibrahim Mustapha – Arewa Health Trust Initiative
61. Ramatu Tijjani – Health and Development Initiative
62. Aisha Halliru – Halliru Memorial Youth Development and Empowerment Initiative (AYDI)
63. Yusuf Muhammad Anas – Dawaki Youth Network for Better Tomorrow Initiatives
64. Abdurrashid Salisu Baba – Tsakuwa Mu Farka Development Association
65. Umaima Muhammad – Aminci Multipurpose Development Association
66. Hassan Jibril – Gano Development Association
67. Nusaibatu Muhammad – Iyayen Giji Development Association
68. Adamu Balarabe Sarbi – Sarbi Development Association
69. Abdurrazak Ayuba Usaini – Minjbir East Community Development Association (MECDA)
70. Zubairu Bala – Kwarkiya Youth Mobilization Forum
71. Ismaila Abdullahi – Gidan Kankara City Community
72. Audu Saidu – Mu Tallafi Juna Kadawa (B), Gwale Local Government
73. Umar Iliyasu Madobi – Madobi Youth Development Forum
74. Nura Lambu – Tofa Youth Development Forum
75. Shehu Isah – Gajida Youth Development Associations
76. Abdulaziz Habibu Bello – Yanoko Youth Development Association
77. Suleiman Lawan – Gulu Community Development Association
78. Ubale Yusuf – Kofar Gabas Development Association
79. Dalhatu Jibrin Dalhatu – Karaye Initiative Forum
80. Abubakar Auwal Ahmad – Diso Self Help Group (DISHEG), Gwale Local Government
81. Murtala Muhd Rabiu – Hannu Dayawa Youth Development Association, Bachirawa – Ungogo Local Government
82. Habibu Barau Ruwantsa – Ruwantsa Youth Development Association, Dambatta
83. Sulaiman Yusuf Maitama – Dambatta Reporters
84. Kabiru Balarabe Dambatta – Dambatta Academic Forum
85. Auwal Idris Dorayi – Center for Peace and Environmental Justice (CEPEJ)
86. Garba Lawan – Rano Development Association
87. Adamu Umar – Rano Youth Enlightenment Forum
88. Auwal Ayuba – Toranke Educational Care & Support Association
89. Aminu Sa’ad – Consolidated Ajingi Development Association
90. Saminu Yusha’u Chula – Chula Area Development Association
91. Abdullahi Madaki – Kunkurawa Youth Development
92. Sunusi Garba Shehu Gajale – Kafin Maiyaki Community Development Association (KACODA), Kiru LGA
93. Ahmad Tahir – Doguwa Tailoring Association
94. Abdulrazaq Ado Zango – Kano Initiatives of Persons With Special Needs (KIPSN)
95. Maryam Muhammad – Anniswan Women Health Initiative
96. Nworisa Michael – Stand For Peace Initiative
97. Hadiza Bala Fagge – Women Widows and Orphans Development Initiative (WWODI)
98. Aliyu Salihu – Spaces for Societal and Sustainable Development Initiative (3SDI)
99. Farida Ahmed Tahir – Mata Iyayen Al’umma Foundation
100. Dr. Mustapha Mukhatar – Danbatta Development Forum (DDF)
101. Aliyu Salihu – Spaces for Societal and Sustainable Development Initiative (3SDI)
102. Sani Shuaib Rogo – Rogo Concern Citizens
103. Dr. Tanimu Adam Ibrahim – Gwarzo Initiative Forum
104. Abbas Abdullahi – Beyond Border Alliance
105. Khadija Shehu Muhammed – Save the Future Initiative (SAFI)
106. Abubakar Abdulkadir – One Voice Development Initiative (OVID)
107. Comfort Omownmi Williams – Green Pastures