Addressing several misunderstandings and speculative media reports, the Kano State Government has provided clarification on the recent Court of Appeal ruling regarding the ongoing emirship dispute.
This was said in a statement released on Saturday by Sunusi Dawakin-Tofa, the governor’s spokesperson.
Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice Haruna Dederi emphasized the importance of proper information about the legal procedures during a press briefing at the NUJ Secretariat in Kano.
Dederi clarified that the Court of Appeal reversed the Federal High Court of Kano’s ruling and maintained the repeal of the Kano Emirate Council Law, 2019 in its ruling dated January 10, 2025.
He did point out, though, that Alhaji Aminu Dan’agundi, who was unhappy with the decision, had subsequently appealed to the Nigerian Supreme Court.
He added that unless the Supreme Court rules differently, the Court of Appeal’s ruling is still enforceable.
He explained that the Court of Appeal’s recent stay of execution was a normal procedural process intended to preserve the status quo while the issue is being decided by the highest court.
The people of Kano State are urged by the government to maintain composure, follow the law, and refrain from provocation of any kind.
The statement added, “The government has also directed its legal team to review the proceedings’ results and decide on the next course of action in accordance with the law.”
On behalf of the governor, the attorney general thanked the Kano State residents for their understanding, patience, and steadfast prayers for peace and development in the state as well as the country.
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