By Uzair Adam
The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has urged youths in the state to refrain from retaliatory attacks following the killing of 16 northern travelers in Edo State.
Speaking after leading the two-rakat Eid-el-Fitr prayer at the Kofar Mata Eid ground, the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) warned against taking the law into their own hands, emphasizing the need for peace and order.
“We received reports that some youths in certain areas are planning to carry out reprisal attacks after the Eid prayers. We strongly urge them not to do so,” Sanusi stated.
He called on authorities to act swiftly in ensuring justice for the victims, stressing that an investigation should be conducted to bring the perpetrators to justice.
Similarly, the 15th Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, also appealed for prompt action, urging relevant authorities to ensure that those responsible for the killings are held accountable.
Meanwhile, Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf, alongside his deputy, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, and other government officials, joined worshippers in observing the Eid prayers.
Sanusi further reminded the Muslim faithful to uphold the lessons of Ramadan and avoid returning to acts of wrongdoing.