The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has called for calm following the incident that ensued at the Kofar Kudu Palace in Kano on Friday.
NPO reports that some armed officers had obstructed the palace of the Emir, preventing him from attending a royal ceremony in Bichi Local Government.
He urged the people not to fall victims of enemies who want to disrupt the peace of the state.
He preached that Islam admonishes peace in times of difficulties and peace, hence there should be peaceful coexistence even if provoked.
“I warn you against falling into the traps of the enemies of Kano, who want to see Kano on fire. They always want to witness killings, destruction of public property, and the maiming of innocent lives,” Sanusi stated during a sermon at the Emirate’s Jumu’at Mosque.
“Islam admonishes patience, whether in difficult situations or times of peace, If you are attacked, patience elevates you.
“Refusing to be patient creates uncertainty and difficulties, leading to losses for everyone. That is why we urge anyone who loves and supports us to always shun violence, no matter the circumstances.”
Addressing the issue, the Secretary to the State Government, Dr Abdullahi Baffa Bichi, said,
“We were surprised when we woke up this morning to hear that armed policemen had surrounded the Kano Emir’s palace without any breach of peace or justification for such action,” he said, describing the incident as a calculated attempt to incite unrest in the state.
He disclosed that inquiries to the police command revealed that the action was “on orders from above.”
He alleged that some individuals were conspiring with federal authorities to create a crisis in Kano, an act he said would not be tolerated by the state government.
“What surprises us the most is that Kano is peaceful, but it’s just a few people with backing from Abuja who don’t want peace in Kano. The emir was supposed to escort his district head of Bichi, Wamban Kano, to pray with him and then return.
We were all invited, and then we woke up to this. We asked for an explanation, and they told us it was an order from above.
The SSG dismissed rumours suggesting possible unrest in Bichi if Emir Sanusi attended the event.
He reassured residents of Bichi’s reputation for peace, noting that the newly appointed District Head hails from the area, and his father, the late Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi I, also served as District Head there.
“We in Kano have resolved to stay in peace, and peace will reign. Nobody will come to Kano and destabilize it. The emir has appointed the district head, and that decision stands.
“The emir will accompany him to his post, and we will go with him when the time comes.”