On its determinations to tackle security issues and other related crimes, the Kano State Government has flagged off training of 380 First Batch volunteer youths as members of the Special Anti-phone snatching and VIP, Protection Guards.
As part of the initiative, the recruits commenced a two-week intensive training at the Kano State Corporate Security Institute Gabasawa, aimed at equipping them with the necessary skills to assist in safeguarding lives and property across the state in accordance with constitutional provisions.
The training is designed to equip them with the skills and disciplines needed to support and work hand-in-hand with security agencies in maintaining peacefu coexistence in the state in a Press Statement issued by Muhd Dahiru Idris, Director Public Enlightenment of the Ministry and made available to thetentaclesnews.com.ng
Speaking while receiving the trainees, the Commandant of the Kano State Corporate Security Institute, Zakirai Gabasawa, Captain Muhammad Bello(rtd) explained that the programme was designed to provide paramilitary training to enable them combats rising urban crimes, particularly phone snatching and thuggery within Kano metropolis.
According to him, the programme will focus on phone snatching prevention, VIP protection, and defensive driving techniques,and lectures series from relevant stakeholders like National Drug Law Enforcement Agency NDLEA, Counselling sessions by Hisbah personnel, as well as parade drills and physical fitness training.
Captain Mai Gaskiya urged the participants to work diligently to achieve the set objectives, stressing that their role would be crucial in restoring security and order in communities across the state.
Upon completion, the trainees will be officially absorbed by the state government with a token monthly stipend for better results.
Some of the trainees Asiya Musa from Kano Municipal Council (KMC), Nuhu Alkasim Ya’u, and Hauwa Ahmad Bunkure expressed gratitude to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for the opportunity, pledging to serve with dedication.
They added that the initiative would help reduce unemployment while addressing the menace of phone snatching among youths.
Recall that on Saturday, 19th September 2025, the State Commissioner for Internal Security and Special Services, Air Vice Marshal Ibrahim Umaru (Rtd), inspected facilities at the Gabasawa Corporate Security Institute.
Among the facilities assessed were offices, a power generating set, dining hall, kitchen, hostel, and training ground.
Addressing staff and instructors during the visit, Umaru commended the facilitators and urged them to rededicate themselves to the institute’s objectives, ensuring that the trainees receive the highest standards of training.
