Security Concerns: Police Assure Kano Residents As Emir Sanusi Spits Fire
- Says those challenging God’s decision won’t end well
Amid heightened tensions over the Emirship tussle, the Kano State Police Command has assured residents of tight security and their safety before, during, and after Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.
With many residents expressing happiness with the development, the State Police Command said maximum security deployment would be made to prevent any breakdown of law and order during the festive period.
The Command’s assurance arose from growing security concerns as rival factions of the emirate were planning separate Durbar processions, raising fears of potential clashes during the celebrations.
This is as the factional Emir Aminu Ado Bayero had communicated with the Police indicating to his intention to hold Durbar, a development that raised concerns about likelihood of security breaches and violence since Emir Muhammadu Sanusi, the 16th Emir of Kano, was planning to hold a similar event.
However, in a statement directed at those against his re-appointment by the Kano State Government, the 16th Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, has declared that fire would consume anyone attempting to cause chaos or disrupt the peace enjoyed in the North West state over the years.
In a voice message in Hausa aired by a local radio station in the State, Premier Radio, the Emir called on residents to maintain law and order and refrain from actions that could incite unrest or disrupt daily activities.
The Emir described those challenging his emirship as going against the will of God, maintaining that such acts would not yield any positive result.
While urging the people of Kano to remain patient and prayerful, he stressed that the tussle over the emirate was not about him personally but about divine destiny and Allah’s will.
“We are calling on the people to be law-abiding citizens. This tussle is not targeted at me; they are fighting what God has destined to happen. God doesn’t need anyone’s support.
“I am pleading with you to be patient and prayerful. Surely, God will continue to support those who are fair and just,” he said.
The Monarch further warned; “Fire will consume anyone who is planning to set Kano state on fire. May he never witness peace in his life.
“May Allah protect our country and our lives. Insha’Allah, whoever is challenging God’s decision will not end well.”
