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Kano

May 29, 2024

Sanusi Vs Bayero: CJN Ariwoola summons Kano chief judge, federal judge over conflicting injunctions

Further hearing on the case at the Kano High Court was fixed for June 13, while the Federal High Court adjourned the case on the same matter until June 4, 2024.

Chief Justice of Nigeria, Kayode Ariwoola
May 27, 2024

Kano police vows to maintain peace amid emirship tussle

The police command in Kano State has assured the state residents of adequate security in the face of the tussle over the emirate seat.

Usaini Gumel
May 27, 2024

We were shocked to hear Ribadu’s name mentioned in plot to impose deposed Emir in Kano: Deputy Governor Gwarzo

Mr Gwarzo said this while addressing journalists at the Government House in Kano on Monday morning.

Deposed Emir of Kano and Sanusi Lamido Sanusi
May 27, 2024

Federal government forces cannot intimidate us in Kano: Deputy Governor Aminu Gwarzo

The importance of peaceful coexistence for the state’s progress and political stability is paramount,” the deputy governor said.

Aminu Gwarzo and Ribadu
May 25, 2024

Emir of Kano Crisis: Social, commercial activities going on uninterrupted

Despite the Emir of Kano tussle, residents are going about their normal businesses peacefully.

Sanusi and Bayero
May 25, 2024

Ulamas warn Tinubu against fuelling violence, interfering in Emir of Kano tussle

Mr President as the leader of the nation should not allow the contest for a royal stool to degenerate to violence.

Tinubu, Ribadu, Sanusi, Bayero
May 25, 2024

We’ll adhere to court order stopping Sanusi’s reinstatement as emir, Kano police say

Mr Sanusi had been removed from office in March 2020 by Mr Ganduje, who cited insubordination as the reason for his action.

Usaini Gumel
May 25, 2024

Governor Yusuf orders arrest of deposed Emir of Kano Aminu Ado Bayero

A statement by Mr Yusuf’s media aide on Saturday in Kano said the order became necessary because Mr Bayero was “creating tension in the state”.

Governor Yusuf, Ado Bayero
May 24, 2024

Nigerian judge on U.S. trip delivered judgment in absentia restraining Sanusi’s reinstatement as Emir of Kano: Gov Yusuf

On Thursday, Mr Yusuf reinstated Mr Sanusi while merging all emirates Mr Ganduje balkanised into five, namely, Gaya, Bichi, Rano, Kano and Karaye, into one.

Governor Abba Yusuf, Sanusi
May 24, 2024

Governor Yusuf presents appointment letter to Emir Sanusi

Mr Yusuf said, “Sanusi is a victim of the immediate past administration, who is now being restored to his rightful position to lead the people.”

Governor Yusuf presenting letter to Muhammadu Sanusi