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| Image: Govt officials, NGOs representatives during the meeting. |
By Muhammad Salisu
In a groundbreaking development, the Kano State Government has secured the endorsement of over 50 prominent Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) for the creation of a specialized profiling committee.
This committee will be responsible for creating a database of all NGOs, Community-Based Organizations (CBOs), and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) operating within the state.
The endorsement was conveyed in a letter addressed to His Excellency, Abba Kabir Yusuf, Executive Governor of Kano State, on Wednesday through the Secretary to the State Government.
The letter was signed by Ibrahim Hassan Gama and Mustapha Muhammad Chiroma, representing the Kano Patriotic Civil Organizations.
The creation of the profiling committee comes in response to growing concerns regarding the activities of certain NGOs, some of which have been suspected of engaging in practices that could undermine the state's security, cultural values, religious practices, and sustainable development efforts.
According to the Kano State Government, the committee will carefully review the activities, funding sources, and operational practices of NGOs and CBOs to identify and address any potential involvement in illicit activities.
This move aims to ensure that all organizations align with the state's cultural and religious values.
Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, a reputable civil society figure and Honorable Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, will chair the committee.
Waiya emphasized the committee's commitment to undertaking a comprehensive profiling of organizations working in the state, identifying genuine ones, and safeguarding the state from potential threats.
The statement read that; Recent allegations concerning USAID-funded NGOs, particularly regarding their involvement in suspicious activities, have further highlighted the necessity of this initiative.
The committee will ensure that only organizations positively contributing to Kano's development are supported, while swiftly identifying and addressing any harmful practices.
"This proactive approach is modeled after the successful implementation of a similar initiative in Borno State in 2019. The Borno State Commission for Social Development, Humanitarian Affairs, and Relief (BACSDAHR) was established to ensure that NGOs operated in alignment with the state's strategic development priorities."
The collective endorsement of this initiative by over 50 leading NGOs underscores a shared commitment to preserving the integrity, security, and sustainability of Kano as a conducive environment for development.
According to the statement, these organizations have committed to cooperating fully with the profiling committee and maintaining transparency in their operations.
The Kano State Government has called upon the committee to execute its duties with diligence, fairness, and thoroughness, ensuring that legitimate NGOs consistently supporting the state's development are protected.
"This initiative is not intended to hinder the work of reputable organizations but to ensure that only those making a positive, meaningful impact on Kano's growth are permitted to operate," the statement concluded.
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