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Emirates Saga Embroils A Confused Judiciary

Benita OrumabyBenita Oruma
May 28, 2024
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Emirates Saga Embroils A Confused Judiciary
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The battle between the two emirs of Kano has taken a confusing turn as the Nigerian judiciary seems uncertain on which step to take and what side of the battle to be on. With the two national courts giving dissenting judgments, the populace is left unsure about which order to follow. Is the judiciary confused?

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  • High Court Intervention
  • Federal High Court Ruling
  • Legal Representation and Justifications
  • Background of the Tussle
  • Government Defiance and Continued Strife
  • Bottom Line

High Court Intervention

Earlier on Monday, the High Court of Kano State directed the Commissioner of Police in the state to evict deposed Emir Aminu Ado Bayero from the mini palace in the Nasarawa area of Kano metropolis. The court also issued an interim injunction preventing the deposed Emir from parading himself as the Emir of Kano.

Federal High Court Ruling

On Tuesday, ruling on an ex-parte motion filed by the deposed Emir Aminu Bayero, the Federal High Court in Kano, presided over by Justice S. A. Amobeda, ordered the police to ensure all rights and privileges due to Emir Bayero were given to him. The court also restrained the Nigeria Police Force, the Inspector General of Police, the Commissioner of Police in the State, and the other respondents in the suit from denying Bayero the use of his official residence at the Emir’s Palace in Kofar Kudu and the enjoyment of all rights and privileges accrued to him by virtue of being the Emir of Kano.

Legal Representation and Justifications

The judge, who granted the order after hearing from M.L. Yusufari, SAN, and his team of lawyers, stated that the move was in the interest of justice and the maintenance of peace in Kano State.

Background of the Tussle

The Kano emirship tussle began following the decision of the Kano State House of Assembly to repeal the law that led to the creation of four more emirates in the state and the appointment of Aminu Bayero as Emir of Kano. The repeal paved the way for the deposition of Aminu Ado Bayero as Emir and the reinstatement of Sanusi II, who was deposed about four years ago.

Government Defiance and Continued Strife

On May 23, the Federal High Court in Kano ordered the Kano State government not to enforce the new Emirate Council Law 2024, an order ignored by the Governor Abba Yusuf-led state government. Bayero returned to Kano from a trip to Ogun State on Saturday morning and moved into a mini palace in Nasarawa Local Government Area, while Sanusi II took over the main palace at Kofar Kudu.

The development prompted the Kano State governor to order Bayero’s arrest, but the police stated they would abide by the earlier Federal High Court order, which put a hold on the implementation of the amended Kano Emirate law 2024.

Bottom Line

The ongoing legal and political struggle between the two emirs of Kano highlights a significant issue within the Nigerian judiciary and governance. The conflicting court orders have created confusion and instability, with each faction claiming legitimacy. Resolving this impasse is critical to maintaining peace and order in Kano State, necessitating clear and consistent judicial decisions and adherence to the rule of law by all parties involved.

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Benita Oruma

Benita Oruma

Benita Oruma is a lawyer in training, a 400 level student in the university of Ibadan. She is a content writer with interest in corporate affairs and the marketplace.

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