Wahala Don Set Oo! Kano Rights Group Alleges Plot to Arrest Activist Over Community Transformer Dispute
Wahala don burst for Kano oo! A human rights group has raised alarm over an alleged plot to arrest a community activist in Minjibir Local Government Area after he opposed the removal of a community-owned electricity transformer.
The Centre for Human Rights and Social Advancement (CEFSAN) says the activist, Comrade Habu Hassan Abdullahi from Kunya community, is now being targeted simply because he questioned the decision of the Minjibir LG Chairman to allegedly remove the transformer without consulting residents.
According to a statement issued by CEFSAN’s Executive Director, Yusha’u Sani Yankuzo, Esq, the incident happened on January 8, 2026, when local government officials allegedly ordered the removal of the transformer without notice, explanation, or community engagement.
Residents reportedly became worried, recalling past incidents where public facilities like transformers and engines allegedly “disappeared” after being taken away.
CEFSAN said Abdullahi only exercised his constitutional right to speak up and represent his people, but that his action allegedly angered the authorities.
> “Comrade Habu Hassan Abdullahi, in the exercise of his constitutional right to freedom of expression and peaceful participation in community affairs, openly objected to the removal of the transformer,” the group stated.
But instead of dialogue, CEFSAN alleged that the Minjibir Local Government Chairman connived with the Dambatta Police Area Command to arrange his arrest and detention without due process.
Wahala con turn serious. The rights group said it later received information that Abdullahi was about to be arrested, forcing him to flee his community for safety.
> “Upon receiving confidential information suggesting an imminent arrest, Comrade Habu was forced to flee his community for fear of his life and personal safety,” CEFSAN said.
Police officers were reportedly sent to pick him up but could not locate him, raising further concerns about intimidation and possible persecution.
CEFSAN strongly condemned what it described as the use of security agencies to silence community voices.
> “We strongly condemn any attempt to use state security apparatus to intimidate activists or criminalize peaceful civic engagement,” the group said, warning that such actions violate both Nigeria’s Constitution and international human rights standards.
The organisation demanded:
Immediate end to all forms of harassment against Abdullahi,
Public clarification on why the Kunya community transformer was allegedly removed, and
An independent investigation into the role of the LG Chairman and the Dambatta Police Command in the alleged arrest plot.
CEFSAN also called on authorities to guarantee the safety of Abdullahi and protect the rights of Kunya residents, stressing that decisions affecting public utilities must involve consultation, transparency, and accountability.
> “Any harm to Comrade Habu Hassan Abdullahi will be strongly resisted and pursued through all lawful national and international human rights mechanisms,” the group warned.
As at the time of filing the report, the Kano State Police Command and Minjibir Local Government authorities had not responded to the allegations.
Wahala don set oo — because to talk for your community now dey turn crime? Nigerians dey watch.
Wahala Don Set Oo! Kano Rights Group Alleges Plot to Arrest Activist Over Community Transformer Dispute
Wahala don burst for Kano oo! A human rights group has raised alarm over an alleged plot to arrest a community activist in Minjibir Local Government Area after he opposed the removal of a community-owned electricity transformer.
The Centre for Human Rights and Social Advancement (CEFSAN) says the activist, Comrade Habu Hassan Abdullahi from Kunya community, is now being targeted simply because he questioned the decision of the Minjibir LG Chairman to allegedly remove the transformer without consulting residents.
According to a statement issued by CEFSAN’s Executive Director, Yusha’u Sani Yankuzo, Esq, the incident happened on January 8, 2026, when local government officials allegedly ordered the removal of the transformer without notice, explanation, or community engagement.
Residents reportedly became worried, recalling past incidents where public facilities like transformers and engines allegedly “disappeared” after being taken away.
CEFSAN said Abdullahi only exercised his constitutional right to speak up and represent his people, but that his action allegedly angered the authorities.
> “Comrade Habu Hassan Abdullahi, in the exercise of his constitutional right to freedom of expression and peaceful participation in community affairs, openly objected to the removal of the transformer,” the group stated.
But instead of dialogue, CEFSAN alleged that the Minjibir Local Government Chairman connived with the Dambatta Police Area Command to arrange his arrest and detention without due process.
Wahala con turn serious. The rights group said it later received information that Abdullahi was about to be arrested, forcing him to flee his community for safety.
> “Upon receiving confidential information suggesting an imminent arrest, Comrade Habu was forced to flee his community for fear of his life and personal safety,” CEFSAN said.
Police officers were reportedly sent to pick him up but could not locate him, raising further concerns about intimidation and possible persecution.
CEFSAN strongly condemned what it described as the use of security agencies to silence community voices.
> “We strongly condemn any attempt to use state security apparatus to intimidate activists or criminalize peaceful civic engagement,” the group said, warning that such actions violate both Nigeria’s Constitution and international human rights standards.
The organisation demanded:
Immediate end to all forms of harassment against Abdullahi,
Public clarification on why the Kunya community transformer was allegedly removed, and
An independent investigation into the role of the LG Chairman and the Dambatta Police Command in the alleged arrest plot.
CEFSAN also called on authorities to guarantee the safety of Abdullahi and protect the rights of Kunya residents, stressing that decisions affecting public utilities must involve consultation, transparency, and accountability.
> “Any harm to Comrade Habu Hassan Abdullahi will be strongly resisted and pursued through all lawful national and international human rights mechanisms,” the group warned.
As at the time of filing the report, the Kano State Police Command and Minjibir Local Government authorities had not responded to the allegations.
Wahala don set oo — because to talk for your community now dey turn crime? Nigerians dey watch.
