Supporters of the deposed Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, staged peaceful demonstrations yesterday, demanding his reinstatement.
This development follows the return of Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II as the Kano emir, four years after his dethronement.
The state has witnessed significant drama since Governor Abba Yusuf signed the Kano State Emirates Council Law on Thursday, resulting in a reappointment letter being issued to Sanusi on Friday.
Yusuf also ordered the emirs affected by the new law to vacate their palaces within 48 hours.
The state police command, however, vowed on Saturday to enforce the court order against Sanusi’s reinstatement.
Bayero, meanwhile, remains in the Nassarawa mini palace, heavily guarded by security personnel, while Sanusi operates from the Gidan Rumfa palace, secured by vigilantes and local hunters.
Supporters of Bayero lit bonfires on major roads, protesting and chanting anti-government slogans.
Additionally, youths in the Rano Emirate protested the dethronement of Alhaji Kabiru Muhammad Inuwa, known as ‘Autan Bawo’, from his position as the first-class emir of the emirate.
The leader of the protesters, Aliyu Harazimi Rano, expressed their discontent, stating, “The establishment of Rano Emirate had brought development to the area.”
Deposed Karaye Emir Relocates to Kaduna
The emir of Karaye has reportedly vacated his palace and relocated to Kaduna following the abolition of the emirate.
Sources close to the emirate confirmed his departure.
Dethroned Emir of Gaya Accepts Fate
Alhaji Aliyu Ibrahim Abdulkadir, the dethroned Emir of Gaya, stated he had accepted his removal as an act of God.
In an interview with BBC Hausa, Abdulkadir said, “Allah has predestined that this would happen long before we were born.
Therefore, we do not hold any grudge against anybody.”
Protests and Prayers in Gaya
In Gaya Emirate, some residents held special prayers in protest against the abolition of the emirate.
Protesters gathered at the Eid ground and later proceeded to the Gaya Emirate palace, carrying placards expressing their concerns.
Commissioners and LG Chairmen Visit Sanusi
Some commissioners and local council chairmen visited Sanusi yesterday.
Sanusi also held a private meeting with district heads and titleholders who paid him homage.
Opposition Lawmakers Urge FG to Avoid Destabilizing Kano
Opposition federal lawmakers, under the aegis of G-60, urged the federal government to stay out of the royal crisis in Kano State.
In a statement, Obi Aguocha of the Labour Party and Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere of the PDP said, “We want to state unequivocally that we are in full and firm support of the Kano State Government’s reinstatement of Emir Sanusi.”
Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi Calls for Rule of Law
The Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi Foundation advised the Kano State Government to respect the rule of law.
Sheikh Ibrahim Dahiru Bauchi said, “In the interest of peace, we want justice to prevail.”
Bichi Stakeholders Express Discontent
Stakeholders in Bichi, one of the disbanded emirates, expressed their discontent over the issue.
In a statement, they commended the judiciary and security agencies for their professionalism and dedication.
Police Uncover Plot to Attack State Assembly
The Kano police command, alongside other security agencies, announced yesterday that they uncovered a plot by miscreants to attack the State House of Assembly and other strategic locations.
Commissioner of Police Mohammed Usaini Gumel said, “We have received credible information about miscreants trying to unleash terror at locations particularly House of Assembly and other key places within the state.”
Gumel warned that the security forces are prepared to deal with any miscreants and will embark on serious patrols and house-to-house searches to maintain order in Kano.
