- The battle between the two emirs of Kano, Sanusi II and Ado Bayero, for the throne in the ancient city took another twist
- The traditional and official flag was hoisted at the Nasarawa mini palace earlier than expected on Thursday, further reaffirming the authority of the 15th Emir of Kano, Bayero
- In a swift reaction to the development, the Kano state government described the development as a stunt and insisted the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, remains the emir
Legit.ng journalist Esther Odili has over two years of experience covering political parties and movements.
The Kano Emirate tussle has taken a new twist. The state government, led by Abba Kabir Yusuf, has dismissed the hoisting of traditional and official flags at the Nasarawa palace, where the 15th Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, resides. The governor described it as a mere attempt to gain public attention.
