Eid-el-Kabir: Bayero cancels Durbar ceremonies
The 15th Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, has announced the cancellation of Dubar ceremonies to avoid a breakdown of law and order in the state.
Hr also extended warm greetings to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Kano state Governor Abba Yusuf, on the occasion of the Eid-el-Kabir celebration in a broadcast message delivered at Nassarawa mini place on Saturday.
“The cancellation of durbar activities follows security recommendations to maintain peace in the state,” he explained.
Mr Bayero, in his message, emphasised the importance of sacrifice and prayer during Eid, expressing hopes for Mr Tinubu and Mr Yusuf to continue delivering democracy dividends, protect lives and properties, and seek strength and courage from God.
Additionally, the head of Dawaki, Aminu Agundi, announced that the Emir will observe Eid prayer at the Nassarawa mini palace on Sunday at 8:00 a.m.
He commended the public for their continuous prayers for peaceful coexistence in Kano and the nation at large.
The Kano Emirship is a subject of ligation following the dethronement of Mr Bayero and reinstatement of Mohammad Sanusi by Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State.
(NAN)
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