BREAKING: Emir Sanusi may vacate Kano palace again as police release tough statement

  • The Kano state police command has committed to obeying a Federal High Court order that restrains Governor Abba Yusuf from reinstating Emir Sanusi II
  • Despite the court’s ex-parte order issued on May 23, Governor Yusuf went ahead with dethroning Emir Aminu Ado Bayero and reappointed Sanusi, prompting tensions
  • The police commissioner assured the public of their cooperation with the court order, warning against any attempts to disrupt peace

Kano—The Kano state police command has vowed to obey the court order restraining the Kano state government from reinstating Muhammadu Sanusi II as the Emir of Kano.

A Federal High Court in Kano issued an ex-parte order on Thursday, May 23, restraining Governor Abba Yusuf from implementing the new law that abolished the four emirates of Bichi, Gaya, Karaye, and Rano.