The High Court in Kano State has issued a permanent injunction prohibiting Aminu Ado Bayero, the deposed Emir of Kano, along with four other former Emirs, from laying claim to their titles. The court ruling also includes the former Emirs of Bichi, Rano, Gaya, and Karaye.
The court’s decision explicitly forbids these deposed Emirs, their employees, and representatives from portraying themselves as Emirs, effectively stripping them of their royal status. This ruling comes in favor of Emir Sanusi, reinstating his position and solidifying his authority.
Following this decision, the Kano State government has taken immediate legal action to enforce the court’s ruling. The government has not only barred the deposed Emirs from using their royal titles but also from residing in their respective palaces. To ensure compliance, the government has issued a 48-hour notice for the deposed Emirs to vacate their palaces.
This development marks a significant shift in the Kano Emirate, emphasizing the judiciary’s role in upholding the rule of law and the state’s commitment to enforcing court decisions. The court’s ruling and the government’s swift action underscore a new era of legal and traditional governance in Kano State.
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