The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has urged residents of Kano State to maintain peace and resist any attempts to incite chaos following a judgment by the Abuja Division of the Appeal Court.
The court nullified an earlier order by the Federal High Court in Kano, which had invalidated Sanusi’s appointment as Emir over a protracted emirate tussle.
Reacting in a viral video, Sanusi emphasised that the matter was in God’s hands, urging calm and continuous prayers for divine intervention. He noted that the Appeal Court ruling reaffirmed that the Federal High Court lacked jurisdiction over issues related to emirates.
Sanusi stated, “As you all know, the Appeal Court has confirmed today that the Federal High Court has no jurisdiction over emirate issues. This judgment was expected, and those who initiated the case in court knew this all along.
“Even the judge who issued the initial order was aware of the limits of his jurisdiction. Those who influenced him to make that decision also knew the truth.
“However, for the past eight months, their aim has been to promote selfish interests and instigate unrest in this part of the country.
“Despite their efforts, our greatest achievement is that the state has remained peaceful. There has been no violence or disorder. We call on everyone to continue maintaining peace and unity.
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“This battle is not ours but God’s. And God does not need anyone’s help. Let us keep praying for His guidance and intervention. May God protect us, and whoever seeks to ignite chaos in Kano, may that fire consume them instead.
“To those who wish harm upon Kano or its peace, may they face the consequences of their own wishes,” he added.
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