Aminu Babba Dan’Agundi, Senior Counsel to the 15th Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, has announced plans to challenge a recent Court of Appeal judgment that ruled in favour of the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II.
Dan’Agundi, who also holds the traditional title of Sarkin Dawaki Babba of Kano Emirate, originally sought the enforcement of fundamental human rights through the Federal High Court, citing violations during the emirship dispute.
Speaking at the Nassarawa Mini Palace, he rejected the appellate court’s decision and declared his intent to take the matter to the Supreme Court. “The emirship crisis has just begun; nobody can claim victory yet because we are challenging this ruling at the highest court,” he stated.
“I have already instructed my lawyers to obtain a certified true copy of the judgment. Once an appeal is lodged at the Supreme Court, the decision of a lower court is stayed until the case is fully resolved,” he explained.
Providing details on the appellate court’s decision, Dan’Agundi said, “The judge who delivered the lead judgment suggested transferring the case to the state’s Chief Judge for redirection to ensure a fair hearing. They did not dismiss our claims outright but ruled that the court lacked jurisdiction.”
He continued, “The other two judges disagreed with the lead judgment, resulting in the appeal being struck out. That is why I am now appealing to the Supreme Court. Whatever the Supreme Court decides will be final, and we submit to the will of Allah. Until then, no one should celebrate a victory.”
Dan’Agundi also called for calm, urging Kano residents to remain peaceful and law-abiding as the legal process unfolds. “Let us be patient and allow the judicial process to take its course,” he appealed.
The emirship tussle, which has drawn significant public attention, now moves to the country’s highest court for resolution.
