Insecurity: Katsina, Daura emirates cancel Sallah durbar
The Katsina Emirate Council has cancelled Sallah durbar, popularly called ‘Hawan-Sallah.’
The Emir of Katsina, Abdulmumini Kabir, gave the directive in a statement by the council’s Secretary, Bello Mamman-Ifo, on Tuesday in Katsina.
“In view of kidnappings and banditry taking place around the emirate, and based on advises received from the state government, security agents, and health personnel, the emirate will not conduct ‘Hawan-Sallah’ and other festivities during the Eid-el-Fitr celebration,” he said.
According to the emir, the emirate will hold Eid and special prayers for peaceful coexistence in Katsina and Nigeria.
Similarly, the Daura Emirate Council also cancelled the Sallah durbar due to insecurity challenges in some parts of the state.
The council’s Secretary, Abdulmumini Salihu, announced this on behalf of Emir of Daura, Umar Faruq.
He further said the emirate would hold Eid prayer, including a special intercession for peaceful coexistence in the state and the country.
(NAN)
We have recently deactivated our website's comment provider in favour of other channels of distribution and commentary. We encourage you to join the conversation on our stories via our Facebook, Twitter and other social media pages.
More from Peoples Gazette
Agriculture
FG tasks ECOWAS on leveraging financing strategies for agroecology
The federal government has urged stakeholders in the agriculture and finance sectors in the West Africa region to leverage financing strategies to enhance agroecology practices
Politics
Katsina youths pledge to deliver over 2 million votes to Atiku
“Katsina State is Atiku’s political base because it is his second home.”
Politics
Court reserves judgment in PDP leadership dispute suit
Members of the Wabara-led BoT filed the fresh suit.
Anti-Corruption
Tinubu orders ICPC to investigate Gbajabiamila, others allegedly involved in PFIPC bribery, forgery scandal
The president directed that the investigation be concluded and a comprehensive report submitted to him within 30 days.
Heading 2
Messi’s redemption inspires Argentina to stunning World Cup comeback win over Egypt
Argentina will face the winner of the round-of-16 match between Colombia and Switzerland for a place in the semifinals.
Africa
AU appoints Nigeria’s humanitarian affairs minister Doro to AfHA board
The appointment positions Mr Doro as one of West Africa’s representatives on the agency’s highest decision-making body.
NationWide
Medical academics give FG 21-day ultimatum over pay, threaten indefinite strike
The association said it had engaged the government through dialogue for more than 24 months without meaningful progress.
Lagos
Lagos to host horse race carnival, targets over 30,000 guests
“This race is about youth and sports development. It has been designed to inspire young people to embrace sports, especially horse racing,” he said.
