1 week ago Emir Sanusi Appoints New Galadiman Kano, Elevates Others In Major Reshuffle

The 14th Emir of Kano, Emir Muhammad Sanusi II has approved key appointments within the Kano Emirate Council, naming Alhaji Mannir Sanusi as the new Galadiman Kano, one of the emirate’s most senior traditional titles. The appointments were announced on the heels of a consultative meeting with key stakeholders, aimed at strengthening leadership within the […]

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1 week ago Peter Obi lauds police for withdrawing Emir Sanusi invitation

By John Ogunsemore The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has commended the police for withdrawing the invitation extended to the Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II. This is contained in a statement issued on Monday. Police authorities had summoned Sanusi to Abuja over the violent incident that marred Sallah […] The post Peter Obi lauds police for withdrawing Emir Sanusi invitation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Sallah violence: Police withdraw Emir Sanusi’s invitation to Abuja

The Nigeria Police Force has withdrawn an earlier invitation extended to the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II,  in connection with the violent incident that marred Sallah celebrations in Kano State on March 30, 2025. Sanusi was initially summoned to Abuja to provide his account of the events that led to the breakdown of Read More

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1 week ago Police withdraw invitation to Sanusi over Kano sallah incident

The Nigeria Police Force has withdrawn an earlier invitation extended to the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II in connection with the violent incident that marred Sallah celebrations in Kano State on March 30, 2025. Sanusi was initially summoned to provide his account of the events that led to the breakdown of law and Read More

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1 week ago Police withdraw Emir Sanusi’s invitation after advice from “respected stakeholders”

The Nigeria Police Force has withdrawn its earlier invitation to the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, over the violent read more Police withdraw Emir Sanusi’s invitation after advice from “respected stakeholders”

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1 week ago Police summon 16th Emir of Kano in respect of sallah violence

Muhammadu Sanusi II, the 16th Emir of Kano, has been invited by Nigeria Police, over alleged defiance of security directive read more Police summon 16th Emir of Kano in respect of sallah violence

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1 week ago BREAKING: Police Summon Emir Sanusi II To Abuja Over Sallah Procession Violence In Kano

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has officially invited the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, for questioning in connection with the violence that broke out during the recent Eid-el-Fitr procession in Kano, which resulted in the death of a local vigilante member. LEADERSHIP reports that the invitation followed a deadly incident that occurred on […]

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2 w. ago Sanusi, Kwankwaso, Jibrin, others attend Galadiman Kano’s funeral

Prominent personalities that included the Deputy President of the Senate, Barau Jibrin, ex-Kano governor Rabiu Kwankwaso, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State, and the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, among others attended the funeral prayer of the late Galadiman Kano, Alhaji Abba Sunusi. Arewa PUNCH reports that the funeral was held at the Read More

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2 w. ago Sallah Day Violence: Kano Police Probe Emir Sanusi II Over Alleged Defiance Of Ban On Durbar

The Kano State Police Commissioner, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, has inaugurated an eight-member Special Investigation Panel (SIP) to investigate violence that erupted during the procession of the entourage of 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, after Eid-el-Fitr prayers on Sunday, March 30, 2025. According to a press release issued by the Police Public Relations […]

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2 w. ago Yusuf condoles Emir Sanusi II, APC state chairman over passing of Galadiman Kano

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, on Wednesday extended his condolences to the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, the Kano Emirate Council, and the Kano State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Abbas, over the passing of the revered Galadiman Kano, Abbas Sanusi. The late Galadiman Kano, who […] The post Yusuf condoles Emir Sanusi II, APC state chairman over passing of Galadiman Kano appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Durbar ban: Sanusi visits gov, avoids traditional horse ride

Amid the ban on Sallah Durbar activities, the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, on Tuesday, abandoned the traditional horse procession and instead travelled in a vehicle convoy to offer Sallah homage to Governor Abba Yusuf at the Kano Government House. The emir also changed his routes from the Emir’s palace to the state Read More

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2 w. ago PICTORIAL: Emir Sanusi II Holds Hawan Nasarawa Despite Police Ban Against Durbar

The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, has proceeded with the annual Hawan Nasarawa ceremony despite the police ban on the Eid-el-Fitr durbar due to security concerns. Traditionally, the event features the Emir and his entourage riding on horseback in a grand procession from his palace to the Government House to pay homage to […]

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2 w. ago Police Arrest Man Over Killing Of Vigilante In Emir Sanusi’s Entourage

The Kano State Police Command has arrested a 20-year-old suspect, Usman Sagiru over the alleged killing of a vigilante member and attack on the entourage of Emir Sanusi Lamido Sanusi II after Eid prayers on Sunday. A statement signed by the spokesperson of the Command, SP Haruna Kiyawa, revealed the incident occurred on Sunday at […]

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2 w. ago Police detain suspect over vigilante member’s killing in Kano

The Police Force Kano State Command has detained 20-year-old suspect from Sharifai Quarters in connection with the alleged killing and attack on vigilante members at the Emir Palace. The Command’s Spokesperson, SP Abdullahi Kiyawa, disclosed this on Sunday in Kano. He said the incident occurred during the entourage of Emir Sanusi Lamido Sanusi II Eid Read More

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2 w. ago Kano: Police arrest suspect over attack on Emir Sanusi’s entourage after Eid prayers

Tribune Online Kano: Police arrest suspect over attack on Emir Sanusi’s entourage after Eid prayers The Kano State Police Command has arrested one Usman Sagiru, 20, of Sharifai Quarters, in connection with the alleged killing and attack on vigilante members that occurred in the entourage of Emir Sanusi Lamido Sanusi II after Eid prayers on Sunday, 30 March 2025, at approximately 12:40 pm. Kano: Police arrest suspect over attack on Emir Sanusi’s entourage after Eid prayers Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Emir Sanusi II calls for justice over killing of Kano indigenes in Edo

Tribune Online Emir Sanusi II calls for justice over killing of Kano indigenes in Edo The Emir of Kano, Khalifa Muhammad Sanusi II, has urged authorities to take decisive action against those responsible for the killing of Kano indigenes in Uromi, Edo State. Emir Sanusi II calls for justice over killing of Kano indigenes in Edo Tribune Online

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2 w. 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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2 w. 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 w. ago Emirship tussle: Police assure Kano residents of security ahead Eid

Tribune Online Emirship tussle: Police assure Kano residents of security ahead Eid-el-fitr The Kano State Police Command has assured residents of adequate security measures ahead of the upcoming Eid-el-fitr celebrations, particularly the Durbar festivities, of which both Emir Muhammad Sanusi and Emir Aminu Ado Bayero have announced different plans. The Kano state Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, made this known when he received delegations from […] Emirship tussle: Police assure Kano residents of security ahead Eid-el-fitr Tribune Online

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3 w. 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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