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Gov. Yusuf Orders Arrest of Deposed Emir of Kano Aminu Ado Bayero

25May

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Gov. Yusuf Orders Arrest of Deposed Emir of Kano Aminu Ado Bayero

Kano, Nigeria — May 25, 2024 The Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has directed the immediate arrest of the deposed Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, accusing him of creating tension within the state. This directive comes just two days after Bayero's deposition by the governor. A press statement issued early Saturday morning by Mr. Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the spokesperson for the Governor, detailed the events leading up to the order. According to the statement, the former emir was allegedly smuggled into Kano city last night in an attempt to reclaim the palace forcefully. The statement, released at 7:00 AM in Kano, confirmed that the new Emir, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, arrived at the palace accompanied by the Governor, the Deputy Governor, the Speaker of the State As...

Federal High Court Halts Reinstatement of Emir Sanusi and Abolishment of Kano Emirates

24May

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Federal High Court Halts Reinstatement of Emir Sanusi and Abolishment of Kano Emirates

Kano, Nigeria – The Federal High Court in Kano has issued an ex-parte order preventing Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf from reinstating Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II. This order will remain in effect until a substantive suit challenging the reinstatement is resolved. The court's decision also temporarily halts the abolishment of four Kano emirates: Bichi, Gaya, Karaye, and Rano. This development follows a bill passed by the Kano State House of Assembly on Thursday that supported the reinstatement of Emir Sanusi and the dissolution of the aforementioned emirates. Justice A.M. Liman, who presided over the case, directed all parties to maintain the status quo ante pending the determination of the suit. The suit was filed by Sarkin Dawaki Babba and Aminu Babba-Dan’Agundi, seeking to prevent the re...

Breaking News: Sanusi Lamido Reinstated as Emir of Kano

23May

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Breaking News: Sanusi Lamido Reinstated as Emir of Kano

Kano, Nigeria – In a dramatic turn of events, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi II has been reinstated as the Emir of Kano, LEADERSHIP has authoritatively gathered. This decision follows the Kano State House of Assembly's resolution to dethrone the current Emir and dismantle the four new Emirates established under a controversial 2019 law. Though an official announcement is yet to be made, credible sources confirm that Sanusi II has been reinstated and is expected to return to Kano on Friday. According to these inside sources, “So certainly with the passage of the Bill, Sanusi automatically stands reinstated. No need for confirmation, the thing to do is wait for the Governor to assent to it.” See Also: Kano State House of Assembly Dissolves Newly Created Emirates, Paves Way for Sanusi’s Return ...

Kano State House of Assembly Dissolves Newly Created Emirates, Paves Way for Sanusi’s Return

23May

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Legislature, News, Nigeria

Kano State House of Assembly Dissolves Newly Created Emirates, Paves Way for Sanusi’s Return

Kano, Nigeria – In what may be described as a major move, the Kano State House of Assembly has dissolved the four newly created emirate councils in the state, leaving only the Kano Emirate. This decision followed extensive deliberations on the floor of the House during a plenary session on Thursday. The Kano State Emirates Council Amendment Bill was brought to the floor for consideration, and it swiftly passed through its second and third readings on Thursday morning. The bill's approval marks a significant shift in the state's traditional leadership structure, which had been altered under the administration of former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje. Deputy Speaker Muhammad Butu elaborated on the rationale behind repealing the law, stating that it was essential to restore the lost glory ...