Sanusi, Bayero hold parallel Friday prayers in Kano amid battle for emir’s throne
The Kano State police command has commended residents for their peaceful behaviour as Emirs Muhammad Sanusi II and Aminu Bayero presided over Friday prayers simultaneously in Kano.
Both emirs are laying claim to the throne. While Governor Abba Yusuf reinstated Mr Sanisu, Mr Bayero is contesting his dethronement in court.
The city of Kano was predicted to witness clashes between the two parties’ supporters, with the police warning potential troublemakers to stay away from the state.
While Mr Sanusi led at the Central Mosque, Mr Bayero observed his prayers at the Nasarawa Palace.
The Commissioner of Police, Usaini Gumel, told journalists in an interview on Friday that prayers were conducted in a peaceful atmosphere across the state’s 44 LGAs.
“I am very pleased with the orderly manner in which faithful residents conducted themselves before, during, and after the prayers without rancour in all parts of the state,” said Mr Gumel.
The commissioner praised residents for their cooperation with police personnel deployed in and outside the metropolis, which resulted in zero crime being recorded.
He appealed to residents to continue cooperating with the police to ensure peaceful coexistence in the state.
“This is a testament to the effective collaboration between law enforcement and the community.
“The police command looks forward to continued partnership in maintaining peace and order in the state,” he said.
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