The Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf, has instructed the Police to remove the 15th Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado, from the Nasarawa Palace. Eko Hot Blog reports that the government said the palace is set to be demolished to allow for a reconstruction and renovation. This development follows the judgement of a federal high court … Read more
In a landmark ruling, the Federal High Court in Kano State has nullified the steps taken by the Kano state government to repeal the Kano Emirates Council Law. Eko Hot Blog reports that this judgement effectively reinstates Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero as the Emir of Kano, overturning the appointment of Muhammadu Sanusi II. The Kano … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, has summoned the Chief Judges of both Federal High Court and the Kano State High Court to address the conflicting interim injunctions over the Kano Emirate crisis. This rare intervention by the CJN aims to address and harmonize the legal discord affecting the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the former Emir of Bichi, Alhaji Nasir Ado Bayero, has publicly acknowledged his removal from the throne as an act of divine will. This statement came after the recent legislative changes in Kano State that led to his dethronement along with four other first-class monarchs. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: Court Delivers … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that there is palpable tension in Kano State as the deposed Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, is set to return to the main palace located in the city. The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, currently resides in the main palace and held the first palace court sitting on … Read more