33 h. ago Sallah Durbar: Security embargo in best interest of Kano — Emir Sanusi

Tribune Online Sallah Durbar: Security embargo in best interest of Kano — Emir Sanusi Emir Sanusi also declared that the annual traditional heritage, usually celebrated at the end of Ramadan, is not a matter of life and death but a cultural symbol dating back to the 15th century. Sallah Durbar: Security embargo in best interest of Kano — Emir Sanusi Tribune Online

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35 h. ago Emir Sanusi backs Sallah Durbar ban, cites security concerns

The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has supported the ban on the annual Sallah Durbar, emphasising that the decision was necessary for peace and security in the state. Speaking at an Iftar dinner at his palace on Saturday, Sanusi described the Durbar—an age-old cultural tradition—as non-essential compared to the safety of Kano residents Read More

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3 d. ago Bayero didn’t cancel Sallah Durbar, he ended his drama –Kurawa

From Desmond Mgboh Kano The cancellation of a parallel Durbar initially planned by the 15th Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, during the coming Eid-el-Fitr Sallah celebrations in Kano, has been dismissed as a charade. A researcher and author,  Ibrahim Ado Kurawa, told newsmen that Bayero could not have staged the Durbar in the […] The post Bayero didn’t cancel Sallah Durbar, he ended his drama –Kurawa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Kano residents fear unrest as rival emirs plan Sallah Durbar

Kano residents have expressed concerns over the plan by the 15th and 16th Emirs of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero and Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, to hold Sallah Durbar, as part of the traditional Sallah festivities. A cross-section of the residents who spoke to The PUNCH on Monday expressed fear that the actions of the Read More

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6 d. ago Again, tension in Kano as Sanusi, Bayero plan parallel Sallah durbar

There are strong indications that the hitherto simmering tension in Kano State over the emirship tussle may once get heated as the lingering tussle over the emirship takes a new turn ahead of the 2025 Eid-el-Fitr celebrations. The two contenders to the emirship seat – Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, the 16th Emir of Kano, and Read More

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9 d. ago Durbah committee apologises to Bauchi Governor, Emir over cancelation of 2025 Sallah Durbah

From Paul Orude, Bauchi   The Bauchi State Emirate Council has apologised to Bauchí State governor Senator Bala Mohammed, and the Emir of Bauchi His Royal Highness Dr Rilwanu Suleiman Adamu, following the backlash that greeted the sudden postponement of this year’s Sallah Durbar festival.     The Bauchi State Government had confirmed the suspension […] The post Durbah committee apologises to Bauchi Governor, Emir over cancelation of 2025 Sallah Durbah appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Bauchi govt approves postponement of 2025 Sallah Durbar festival

Tribune Online Bauchi govt approves postponement of 2025 Sallah Durbar festival The Bauchi State Government, on Friday, acknowledged the Bauchi Emirate Council’s Committee on Sallah Durbar’s decision to postpone this year’s much-anticipated Durbar Festival. Bauchi govt approves postponement of 2025 Sallah Durbar festival Tribune Online

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1 week ago Kano gov to unveil emirate council in April, orders Sallah Durbar preparation

The Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has directed all four emirates to commence preparations for the Sallah Durbar Celebration to ensure that citizens and visitors enjoy the festive period. The governor also disclosed that the Kano State Emirate Council will be inaugurated in April this year to enable it to function effectively. This directive was Read More

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