Hours after armed police officers barricaded the palace of the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, preventing him from attending a royal ceremony in Bichi Local Government Area on Friday, the Emir has appealed to his supporters to remain calm and law-abiding.

“I warn you against falling into the traps of the enemies of Kano, who want to see Kano on fire. They always want to witness killings, destruction of public property, and the maiming of innocent lives,” Sanusi stated during a sermon at the Emirate’s Jumu’at Mosque.

The emir stressed that peaceful coexistence, even in the face of provocation, is far better than resorting to violence.

“Islam admonishes patience, whether in difficult situations or times of peace,” he said. “If you are attacked, patience elevates you. Refusing to be patient creates uncertainty and difficulties, leading to losses for everyone. That is why we urge anyone who loves and supports us to always shun violence, no matter the circumstances.”

Recall that on Friday, heavily armed security operatives, including armoured personnel, took over the Kano Emir’s Palace at Kofar Kudu, restricting human and vehicular movement.

Sources within the Kano Emirate disclosed that the Emir was scheduled to turban the newly appointed Wamban Kano, Munir Sanusi, as District Head of Bichi and present him with a staff of office.

However, the Emir was reportedly ordered to remain indoors by the security operatives.

It was also confirmed that the Bichi Emir’s Palace was surrounded by armed policemen.

According to report, several traditional rulers and title holders, who had assembled to accompany Emir Sanusi to Bichi for the royal ceremony, were stranded after operatives restricted movement around the palace.

Many of the traditional leaders abandoned their vehicles and trekked to the central mosque for Friday prayers.

The reasons behind the heightened security presence remain unclear.

The Kano Police Command’s spokesperson, SP Abdullahi Haruna, is yet to respond to the incident.

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