The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has underscored the role of traditional institutions in nation-building and good governance, saying…
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In what could be dramatic twist that defines the ongoing tussle over Kano’s revered throne, both the 16th Emir of…
The Chief Justice of Nigeria (NJC), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has finally commented on the worries of Nigerians about the activities…
Given the current trend, it is not far-fetched to predict that Kano could see a new Emir with each election cycle. The Emirate has become a pawn in the political chess game, where each winning party or faction feels the need to install an Emir who aligns with its interests. This shift not only undermines the sanctity of the Emirate but also erodes public trust in the institution.
The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi has called on youth and the people of Kano State not to be…
The emir is caught up in a bitter political rivalry between two opposing camps as a result of which issues that are critical to development in Kano have been jettisoned, consequently, important affairs of the state especially those with direct bearing on the welfare of the commoners are gradually being crippled.
“My lord myself and other counsels representing the first respondent apply for the withdrawal of our legal services and appearances”
Aminu Ado Bayero and Muhammadu Sanu II, have tested this stool. Why not leave it for another person for example? Why wouldn’t both of them sit down and select one of their kith and kin to be the Emir and resolve the controversy entirely?
“The police will not evict the deposed Emir because the same government has filed a case at the State High Court on the eviction order, which would come up on Monday, 24th June 2024.
“I hereby order that every step taken by the government is hereby nullified and becomes null and invalid and that this does not affect the validity of the repealed Emirates Law but actions taken by the Governor, which includes the assenting to the Law and the reappointment (of Sanusi).