Protesters demand Emir Sanusi’s removal
A protest has sprung out in Kano over the reinstatement of Kano Emir Sanusi Lamido Sanusi and the removal of Emir Ado Bayero.
The protester chanted ‘we don’t want Sanusi’ in Hausa language and flaunted anti-Sanusi placards. They also set burnt fires and marched across the state in protest of the decision of the Kano State government.
The protest came hours after stakeholders in Bichi, one of the five emirates dissolved by the Kano State Government on Thursday, applauded the judiciary and security agencies for “upholding the constitution and the rule of law” in the crisis over the new emirate council law of the state.
The Bichi emirate council was ruled as emir by Nasiru Ado Bayero until the council was dissolved.
The emirate council spoke in a statement jointly signed by some elders on Sunday.
The statement read in part, “We commend the judiciary for their courageous interpretation of the constitution, which has ensured that the principles of democracy and separation of powers are respected in Kano State. You have indeed demonstrated a strong commitment to justice and the protection of the rights of all citizens, and we are grateful for your service.
“We also appreciate the security agencies for their professionalism and dedication to maintaining peace and order in the state, despite the challenges posed by the recent political developments. Your tireless efforts have ensured that our people can live in peace and security, and we are deeply grateful for your sacrifices.
The statement also appreciated President Bola Tinubu who it described as a democrat who believes in justice and fairness.
“There is no gainsaying that all the Emirates have witnessed tremendous progress in infrastructural and socioeconomic development in the last eight years and upon no fault of any of the emirs these unpopular decisions were taken by the State Assembly and the executive arms of the Government of Kano State.
“All these have demonstrated that President Asiwaju Bola Ahmad Tinubu is a Democrat who believes in justice and fairness and a statesman who believes in a better and renewed Nigeria.
“Thank you all for your service and commitment to the people of Kano State and Nigerians as a whole. We look forward to continuing to work with you to build a better future for our people and our country, Nigeria.”