Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, was absent as the Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, paid a traditional Sallah visit to the Government House as part of activities marking the end of Ramadan.
The Emir paid the homage on Sunday, but the governor had reportedly travelled out of the state earlier in the day.
The visit formed part of the customary Sallah celebrations, with the Emir arriving in a motorcade instead of the usual horse procession due to security restrictions and the ongoing emirate dispute.
Tensions between the state government and the 15th Emir, Aminu Ado Bayero, persist, with Sanusi’s reinstatement as Emir still being contested.
The Kano State Government has, however, announced that Emir Sanusi will lead this year’s Eid-el-Fitr Durbar, albeit without the traditional horse riding.
Speaking during the visit, the Emir commended the government’s efforts in education and other people-oriented programmes.
He also called for peace during the festive period, urging residents to avoid actions capable of causing disunity.
“I call on all of us to continue to pray for the peace, unity, and progress of our dear state and the nation at large,” the Emir said.
Shortly after receiving the Emir, the governor’s representative and Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, Ismail Falgore, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to protecting lives and property.
“As we celebrate, I call on all citizens to avoid any action or behaviour that could threaten the peace and stability of our dear state. Let us continue to uphold the values of tolerance, mutual respect, and harmonious coexistence regardless of our differences,” he said.
Ahmad Sorondinki in Kano
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