Kano State High Court Issues Permanent Injunction Against Deposed Emirs

In a decisive ruling on Monday, the Kano State High Court, under the jurisdiction of Justice Amina Adamu Aliyu, has issued a permanent injunction barring Aminu Ado Bayero and the four deposed Emirs of Bichi, Rano, Gaya, and Karaye from assuming the title of Emir.

The court’s order extends not only to the 15th Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, but also to the former Emirs of Karaye, Bichi, Rano, and Gaya, as well as their associates, agents, and any other appointees acting on their behalf. They are prohibited from parading themselves or carrying out any activities suggesting their status as Emirs of their respective domains.

This legal action was instigated by the Kano State government, which sought to legally prevent the deposed Emirs from continuing to operate under their former titles. The government’s petition also demanded that the deposed Emirs vacate their palaces within 48 hours of their removal from office.

The court’s decision marks a significant development in the ongoing dispute over the status and authority of the Emirs in Kano State. The ruling underscores the state’s determination to enforce the legality of the dethronement and prevent any challenges to the newly established order in the traditional leadership structure.

Further details on the implications and reactions to this ruling are expected to unfold in subsequent reports.