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The controversy surrounding the Kano Emirate dispute has deepened following renewed tensions over Durbar processions and horse-riding activities in the state.
The development followed comments attributed to the former Sarkin Dawaki Babba, Aminu Babba Dan Agundi, concerning the restriction of horse-riding activities in Kano. Dan Agundi had reportedly complained that while Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II had on some occasions been allowed to conduct horse-riding activities, similar activities involving his camp were restricted.
Reacting to the development, Adamu Idris Manarakis, popularly known as Tashiru Nupe, called on the authorities to take the issue seriously, arguing that statements capable of threatening public peace should be properly investigated.
Manarakis said Kano belonged to all its residents and that no individual or traditional figure should be seen as having the authority to determine unilaterally who could ride horses in the state. He urged the government and security agencies to ensure that all parties complied with lawful directives.
His comments came after the Kano State Government suspended all Durbar processions and horse-riding activities within the metropolis following an emergency meeting of the State Security Council on September 27, 2026.
The government said the decision was a precautionary measure aimed at preventing possible clashes, protecting lives and property and maintaining public order. It added that security assessments had indicated significant mobilisation of supporters linked to the planned activities, raising fears of confrontation and a possible breakdown of law and order.
The State Security Council subsequently directed security agencies to enforce the suspension and take lawful action against anyone who violated the directive or engaged in conduct capable of threatening public peace and security.
The latest controversy has further exposed the sensitivity surrounding Kano’s two competing Emirate camps, with competing claims and traditional activities continuing to generate public concern.
Reports have linked the recent Durbar dispute to the wider unresolved disagreement involving Muhammadu Sanusi II and Aminu Ado Bayero.
Manarakis also urged political actors, traditional institutions and their supporters to avoid statements or actions that could aggravate the situation, stressing that Kano’s peace should take precedence over individual or group interests.
He called on the Kano State Government and security authorities to maintain vigilance, enforce lawful directives impartially and prevent the Durbar controversy from developing into another major confrontation between supporters of the rival Emirate camps.
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