The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, has faced allegations of attempting to influence the re-enthronement of his in-law, Emir Ado Bayero, in the Kano Emirate. This controversial move has sparked further tensions in the already tumultuous political landscape.
On Saturday, reports emerged of the deployment of military personnel, including soldiers, State Security Service (SSS) officers, and police, to facilitate the return of the deposed emir. The Deputy Governor, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, expressed bewilderment over the alleged involvement of the National Security Adviser in this affair.
A chartered flight from Abuja brought the dethroned emir back to Kano in the early hours of the morning, where he was met with a supportive crowd upon arrival at the palace. The governor, meanwhile, has vowed to challenge a Federal High Court judgment that apparently favored the deposed emir’s reinstatement.
Security officials have been tasked with ensuring a smooth transition, as tensions escalate between opposing factions within the emirate. The Commissioner of Police in Kano has been directed to arrest the deposed emir for his alleged role in inciting unrest and attempting to regain control of the palace forcibly.
The power struggle within the Kano Emirate adds a new layer of complexity to the ongoing political saga, with competing interests and allegiances at play. As the situation unfolds, the region remains on edge, awaiting further developments in this high-stakes confrontation.
