Islamic clerics in Kano warn against escalating crisis in the emirate

The Kano State Council of Ulamas (Islamic clerics) has warned that the crisis in the Kano emirate could lead to a breakdown of law and order in the state.

In a statement signed by its chairman, Ibrahim Khalil, the council urged President Bola Tinubu to employ non-partisan measures to address the crisis.

“Therefore, it is imperative that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu takes all necessary measures to maintain peace in the state.”

“While it is the responsibility of the State House of Assembly to enact laws for good governance, the state government needs the cooperation and support of the federal government.

“The State Assembly amended the Kano State Emirates Law and the Governor gave his consent. One person took the case to court, claiming that the law violates his fundamental human rights. He is entitled to his rights.

“The state governor also has a responsibility as the chief executive of the state. Since the act in question has already been completed, there is no need to violently execute any order or violently resist it. We vehemently oppose any measures that escalate the conflict in the state.

“Mr President, as the leader of the nation, should not allow the fight for a royal throne to degenerate into violence. We call on Mr. President to allow the people of Kano State to resolve these issues amicably, without the use of force and without loss of life.

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“Kano state is one of the most peaceful states in Nigeria; Therefore, we, the undersigned, call on both disputing parties to use civil means to resolve their differences and allow peace to reign in the state.

“As major stakeholders in the state, we want to assure Mr. President that we will engage with the contenders to resolve the matter peacefully,” the council said in the statement to reporters.