The Kano state government has commended the ruling of the court of appeal in Abuja that barred the federal high court in Kano from adjudicating over the Kano emirate legal battle
byThe Kano government has commended the ruling of the court of appeal in Abuja, which barred the federal high court in the state from adjudicating over the emirate legal battleOn May 23, Abba Yusuf, Kano governor, ordered the dethronement of Aminu Bayero as Emir of Kano andof Muhammadu Sanusi. This caused a series of legal and political tussles in the state.
Speaking on the matter, Sanusi Dawakin-Tofa, the governor’s spokesperson, said the court’s ruling validates the actions taken by the state government regarding chieftaincy appointments and reforms.He said critical stakeholders, including the attorney general of the state, the commissioner for LGA and chieftaincy affairs, the commissioner for information, and 44 LGA chairpersons, have all reaffirmed their commitment to justice, fairness, and modernisation of traditional institutions.
“The judgment also clarified the rightful jurisdiction over chieftaincy matters, stating that the Federal High Court had no authority to interfere in such issues. “The ruling reinforces the state government’s reforms, which aim to ensure equitable representation, inclusive governance, and the strengthening of traditional institutions for the benefit of all Kano residents.”
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