Alaji Aminu Ado Bayero

By Hadiza Abdulkadir

The Nigeria Police Force has retracted its invitation to Alhaji Sanusi regarding the recent unrest during the Sallah celebration in Kano State on March 30, 2025. The invitation was initially extended to gather Alhaji Sanusi’s account of the events that led to the disruption of peace during the festivities.

Following consultations with key stakeholders, Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, emphasized the importance of keeping policing actions free from political bias and misinterpretation. Instead of requiring Alhaji Sanusi’s attendance at the police station, the IGP has directed the operatives of the Force Intelligence Department (FID) to go to Kano and obtain his statement directly.

Prior to the Sallah celebrations, police received credible intelligence suggesting that two rival emirs, Alh Ado Bayero and Alh Lamido Sanusi, intended to hold separate Durbar Festivals, a tradition that involves emirs parading on horseback. To prevent potential violence, IGP Egbetokun deployed Deputy Inspector-General of Police, DIG Abubakar Sadiq, to negotiate with both parties and the Kano State Government, resulting in an agreement to cancel the festivities.

Despite this understanding, Alhaji Sanusi proceeded to ride a horse in a procession post-Eid prayers, which led to escalating tensions with local youths and ultimately resulted in the death of one Usman Sagiru, along with several injuries.

The Nigeria Police Force has assured the public of its commitment to professionalism in investigating the incident, stating that those responsible will face justice. The police further clarified that their actions are driven by principles of neutrality and professionalism.

ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer, reiterated the police’s dedication to conducting thorough investigations into the matter.

By Uzair Adam Imam

President Muhammadu Buhari met with the family members of Kano explosion victims for commiseration.

President Buhari who was reportedly in Kano for the Nogerian Air Force Week event, met with the victims family at the Kano State Emir Palace.

The president also commiserated with the Emir and the Kano state governor on the unfortunate incident that claimed the lives of innocent people.

The explosion which the police said was caused by a gas/chemical explosion, had also seriously injured dozens of people.

Speaking earlier, the governor of Kano said the government already gave N9million as compensation to the family of the deceased persons.

Ganduje added that N2million was also given to 10 persons seriously injured and N1million was given to those with minor injuries.

He stated: “A business centre, African Centre, affected by the explosion was given N2million while Winners Academy, which students suffered injuries from the explosion and the its glasses shattered got N1million.”

On his part, the Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, expressed gratitude over the president’s kind gesture.