Update: Another Court Orders Eviction Of Sanusi from Gidan Rumfa Palace

A Federal High Court in Kano has ordered the removal of Kano’s restored Emir, Muhammadu Sanusi II, from Gidan Rumfa Palace.

Justice S. A. Amobeda, who issued the order on Tuesday, May 28, stated that he made the decision in the interest of justice and the maintenance of peace in Kano. He also directed the police to guarantee that all rights and benefits due to the 15th Emir of Kano, Aminu Bayero, are granted to him.