Kano, 26 May 2024 – The Kano State Police Command has declared that all security agencies in the state will comply with a court order preventing the reinstatement of Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II as Emir of Kano. This announcement was made by Commissioner of Police Usaini Gumel during a press briefing at the Bompai command headquarters on Saturday.
“The Police Command is expressly obeying the Court Order with SUIT No: FHC/KN/CS/182/2024 dated 23rd May 2024, issued by the Federal High Court sitting in Kano, alongside all law enforcement agents in the state,” said Gumel. He emphasized that the command and its sister agencies are dedicated to maintaining peace in Kano.
Gumel assured the public that the police, in collaboration with the military and other security agencies, are fully prepared to provide adequate security. “We are committed to carrying out our statutory duties as provided by the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria,” he stated.
He called on Kano’s residents to remain calm and cooperate with security agencies. “The law-abiding people of Kano State are known for a revered cultural heritage and respect for constituted authorities. In this regard, they are advised to remain calm, patient, and to keep cooperating with security agencies as the matter described will be addressed by the Court on the 3rd of June 2024,” Gumel added.
The Commissioner issued a stern warning to those considering disrupting the peace. “Whoever, under whatever guise, is found to be planning to disrupt the peace being enjoyed in the state or feels that he/she can jeopardize the existing security settings in the state will be arrested and made to face the full wrath of the law,” he cautioned.
Gumel reiterated the command’s readiness to handle any potential unrest. “The Police Command, leading other security agencies, will sustain peace and peaceful coexistence. Miscreants should stay clear of violence in all its ramifications and should not take advantage or hijack the current situation to launch unprovoked attacks on people, property, and infrastructure of the state. Any person found with such tendencies will be ruthlessly dealt with according to the law of the land,” he asserted.
He reassured the public of the combined security agencies’ commitment to preventing any breakdown of law and order. “The safety and security of all the inhabitants in the state remain sacrosanct,” Gumel emphasized.
In his closing remarks, Gumel expressed gratitude to the people of Kano for their understanding, prayers, continuous support, and cooperation. He also provided emergency contact numbers for the public to reach the command: 08032419754, 08123821575, 09029292926, 08076091271, or through the “NPF Rescue Me” application available on the Play Store.
“Thank you and God bless,” the Commissioner concluded.
This announcement follows an ex-parte order granted by Justice A.M. Liman of the Federal High Court, restraining the Kano State Government from reinstating Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II. The case, filed by the Sarkin Dawaki Babba, Aminu Babba-Dan’Agundi, underscores the ongoing legal and political complexities surrounding the emirate’s leadership.
