The Kano State Police Command has enforced a ban on all traditional activities of the Sallah Durbar processions.
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The ban order was disclosed in a statement by the state police spokesperson, Haruna Abdullahi, on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, Usaini Gumel, a copy of which was made available to The PUNCH on Thursday.
“The Kano Police Command has placed a ban on all durbar activities throughout the state for the upcoming Eid-El-Kabir celebrations,” Abdullahi stated.
“In furtherance, a ban on all contending parties has been placed, restraining both from conducting Durbar activities for the upcoming Eid-el-Kabir celebrations.”
Abdullahi also stated that the measure was part of the state police command’s commitment to maintaining peace in collaboration with all of the state’s security stakeholders.
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He added, “this measure is taken as a result of a series of security reports obtained and wide consultations made with relevant security stakeholders, to ensure the safety of the larger community.”
The ban comes amidst the ongoing crisis over the Kano Emirate Council Law 2019 repeal and the dethronement of Emir Ado Bayero, who was replaced by Lamido Sanusi.
The Federal High Court sitting in Kano had ruled against the state government and others challenging its jurisdiction to entertain a suit on fundamental human rights instituted by Aminu Babba Dan’agundi over the Kano emirate tussle.
Delivering the ruling on jurisdiction on Thursday, the presiding judge, Justice Abdullahi M. Liman, ruled that the court had jurisdiction to entertain the matter concerning the applicant’s fundamental human rights.
Liman gave the ruling, relying on Section 42, sub-section 1, and Section 315 of the 1999 Constitution, as amended, in connection with the emirship tussle.
The Sallah Durbar, a vibrant display of equestrian prowess and cultural heritage, is traditionally held to mark the end of Ramadan and Eid celebrations.
It is a time-honoured event that brings together thousands of citizens, tourists, and dignitaries in a grand procession featuring ornately dressed horsemen, drummers, and dancers.
