In a bid to maintain peace and order, the Kano State Police Command has taken over security duties at the palace of the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II.
This development comes amidst a lingering emirship tussle between Sanusi II and Aminu Ado-Bayero, the deposed 15th Emir.
Prior to the police takeover, local hunters known as Yan Tauri had been guarding the palace since last month, following rumors of a potential forceful return by Ado-Bayero, according to Daily Post.
Despite an eviction notice from the state government, Ado-Bayero remains under protection at the Nasarawa mini palace.
According to Assistant Inspector General of Police, Usaini Gumel, the outgoing Commissioner of Police in Kano, the deployment of additional security personnel aims to prevent security threats and maintain a peaceful atmosphere pending the outcome of the emirship dispute. Equipped and armed personnel have been deployed to handle any unforeseen circumstances in the identified areas.
Meanwhile, Emir Aminu Ado-Bayero remains under protection at the Nasarawa mini palace.
Despite an eviction notice from the Kano State government following a court ruling last Thursday, both palaces continue their traditional activities without interruption.
