Kano Emirate Crisis: Police ban durbar procession during Eid-el-Kabir celebration

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The police say the decision was taken after indication of possible breakdown of law and order.

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The police spokesperson in the state, Abdullahi Kiyawa, said in a statement on Thursday that the decision to ban the popular traditional ceremony was taken after consultations indicated a possible breakdown of law and order. “This measure is taken as a result of a series of security reports obtained and wide consultations made with relevant security stakeholders to ensure the safety of the larger community,” the police spokesperson said.PREMIUM TIMES delivers fact-based journalism for Nigerians, by Nigerians — and our community of supporters, the readers who donate, make our work possible. Help us bring you and millions of others in-depth, meticulously researched news and information.

“On a final note, the Command encourages continued collaboration and cooperation from all stakeholders to collectively work together to build a safer and more secure environment. The repeal of the law means the dissolution of the four emirates created in 2019 – Bichi, Rano, Gaya, and Karaye – and the sacking of their emirs.

 

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