Kebbi Youths Tell Malami to Step Back After Hostile Reception in Birnin Kebbi

Kebbi Youths Tell Malami to Step Back After Hostile Reception in Birnin Kebbi

A youth group in Kebbi State has asked the former Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, to reconsider any political ambitions after he was reportedly greeted with hostility during a recent visit to Birnin Kebbi.

The Kebbi Progressive Youths (KEPYO) said the reaction from some residents, particularly young people, should serve as a clear signal of public sentiment in the state.Witnesses reported that upon his arrival, Mr. Malami faced boos and groups of youths chanted “barawo bai mulki,” a Hausa expression meaning “a thief cannot govern.”

The chants appeared to reference corruption allegations that have trailed the former minister since leaving office.

Some of the youths also shouted “Kaura tuta,”, a slogan associated with support for the incumbent governor, Nasir Idris, widely known as Kaura.

In a statement issued after the incident, KEPYO spokesperson, Comrade Musa Adamu, said the development should prompt the former minister to pause any political moves.

“The reception he received from the youths clearly reflects the mood of many people in the state,” Mr Adamu said.“Instead of inviting more embarrassment, he should shelve whatever political ambitions he has and preserve whatever dignity he still possesses.”

The group warned that attempting to re-enter Kebbi’s political space without broad acceptance could provoke further backlash.

The Kebbi people have made their position known. Any move that goes against the prevailing sentiment may only deepen tensions and attract stronger resistance,” Mr Adamu added.

KEPYO maintained that residents remain largely supportive of the current administration and urged political actors to respect the will of the people.Mr Malami has yet to publicly respond to the incident or the statement issued by the youth group.