Kano State Government has accused the Federal Government of being behind the barricade of the palace of the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II by security operatives. The Secretary to the State Government, Abdullahi Baffa Bichi, laid the accusation while featuring on a local radio. He expressed shock at action, saying it was surprising … Read more
Vice President Kashim Shettima has stirred social media reactions after referring to Muhammadu Sanusi II as the 16th Emir of Kano in a Facebook and X post. The Vice President’s statement, shared after attending the wedding of Dr. Aishatu Kwankwaso, daughter of former Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso, initially included the phrase: “The wedding, which … Read more
The National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, has denied being involved in an alleged plot to dethrone Muhammadu Sanusi II as the Emir of Kano. Ganduje stated this in a statement by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Enlightenment, Oliver Okpala. EKO HOT BLOG reports that he was reacting … Read more
The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has expressed his willingness to wade into the Fulani crises in Nigeria, with the goal of finding a permanent solution. Sunusi made this expression at his Palace on Tuesday while receiving the leadership of Tapital Pulaku Njode Jam Nigeria, a Fulani group with members across the 36 … Read more
Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II is unconcerned about the potential for another governor to remove him from the throne. Sanusi was dethroned by former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje in 2020 and later reinstated by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, the 15th Emir, is contesting Sanusi’s reinstatement in court. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the 16th … Read more
Kano High Court Halts Eviction Of Reinstated Emir Sanusi II. Court granted an interim injunction to protect the Emir’s symbols of authority and duties. Motion on notice hearing adjourned to June 13, 2024. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Kano High Court presided over by Justice Amina Aliyu has restrained the police, the Department of State … Read more
A close ally of Buhari, warns Tinubu against violating court orders stopping Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II’s reinstatement. Kwamanda argues that reinstating Sanusi sets a harmful precedent and threatens the rule of law and the nation’s constitution. He emphasized that allowing such actions could negatively impact everyone. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the a strong political ally … Read more
Nigerian Army denies involvement in enforcing court orders in Kano emirate tussle. Army’s actions aim to prevent a breakdown of law and order, monitoring the situation. Emirate tussle involves dethronement of Aminu Ado-Bayero and reappointment of Muhammadu Sanusi II, causing tensions. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Army has denied any involvement in the Kano … Read more
Protests break out in Kano amid Emir throne dispute between Emir Sanusi and Alhaji Ado Bayero. Around 4 PM on Sunday, young people marched, demanding the return of the dethroned monarch. Protesters lit bonfires and chanted anti-government slogans. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a fresh round of protests erupted in Kano amid the tussle for the … Read more
They Are Not Worth Discussing – Sanusi Speaks On Past Critics Amid Reinstatement. Governor Abba Yusuf reinstates Sanusi II, aiming to restore Kano Emirate’s pre-2019 glory. Emir Sanusi II expresses gratitude to Governor Yusuf and State Assembly for their bold decision. EKO HOT BLOG reports that reinstated Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has dismissed … Read more
Kano Govt speaks on court order to halt Emir Sanusi’s reinstatement. The court order was issued after the decision had already been made, rendering it non-binding according to Yusuf’s spokesperson. The reinstatement was made in good faith and reflects the wishes of the Kano people. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf … Read more
Details Of Fubara’s Meeting Sanusi Emerge. Sanusi emphasized the importance of investing in human capital through robust education and skills training programs to drive economic development. He praised Governor Fubara’s administration for its efforts towards growth and prosperity, noting that Rivers’ oil wealth alone is insufficient without purposeful leadership. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the 14th … Read more
Recall Sanusi on Thursday paid a courtesy visit to President Tinubu Sanusi revealed that his visit was to congratulate Tinubu. Also, raised issues about the killing of 37 herdsmen allegedly bombed by the Airforce earlier in the year EkoHotBlog reports that Muhammadu Sanusi II, the 14th Emir of Kano has revealed why he visited President … Read more
On Monday, the governor of Kano State, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, finally had his pound of flesh when he masterminded the unceremonious ouster of Muhammadu Sanusi II, the 14th Emir of Kano from the throne. Sanusi was accused of many things, notably the “total disrespect to lawful instructions from the office of the state governor and … Read more
Following the Kano State Government order that removed, Muhammadu Sanusi II as Emir of Kano in a historical twist as same happened to his grandfather. A team of security operatives which included men of the Nigeria Police and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps(NSCDC) on Monday stormed the palace of the Emir of Kano … Read more