Nigeria, May 19 -- Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has warned his estranged political godfather, Rabiu Kwankwaso, to stop his frequent public attacks on his administration.

The governor warned Mr Kwankwaso to be mindful of his public utterances, otherwise he would respond in kind if the provocations continue.

Governor Yusuf stated that his silence should not be misinterpreted as a sign of fear or weakness, but rather as a deliberate choice guided by morality and decorum.

He made these remarks on Monday while addressing party supporters during the affirmation of Abdulrahman Kawu as the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial candidate for Kano South, held in Rano.

In an apparent reference to Mr Kwankwaso-whom he avoided mentioning...