The 16th Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, has called on citizens to refrain from becoming instruments of destruction amid ongoing unrest in the region. His remarks come as protesters have once again taken to the streets of Kano, defying a curfew imposed to curb escalating violence.
On Friday afternoon, demonstrators re-emerged in Tudun Wada, Nassarawa Local Government Area, following a brief relaxation of the curfew by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf to allow Muslim worshippers to attend Jumaat prayers. The protesters, predominantly young people, carried placards, chanted slogans, and clapped as they marched across the bridge separating Tudun Murtala and Tudun Wada wards.
In a press briefing held at his Gidan Rumfa palace, Emir Sanusi expressed grave concern over the recent outbreak of looting and vandalism that has marred the protest. What initially began as a peaceful demonstration against economic hardship and hunger has devolved into a series of destructive acts targeting both public and private properties. The Emir characterized these developments as a significant setback for Kano, the northern region, and the entire nation.
Emir Sanusi’s comments highlight the growing frustration among leaders and citizens alike over the escalation of violence and the apparent erosion of peaceful protest principles. The Emir’s appeal is part of ongoing efforts to restore order and address the root causes of the unrest.
