Kano, Nigeria — The long-running contest for the Emirship of Kano reached a fresh turning point on Sunday, as both Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero and Muhammadu Sanusi II led parallel Eid-el-Kabir prayers at different locations across the state capital.
Alhaji Ado Bayero, who was removed in May but later reinstated by court order, presided over prayers at the Nassarawa mini palace under the watchful eye of a heavy security presence. The sermon delivered at his congregation by Sarkin Malamai, Malam Kamalu Inuwa, centered on the virtues of sacrifice, unity, and patience — urging the Muslim faithful to emulate the character of Prophet Ibrahim.
Simultaneously, Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II, reinstated by the Kano State Government, led worshippers at the Kofar Mata Central Eid Ground. He was joined by high-ranking state officials, including Deputy Governor Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, commissioners, and senior traditional chiefs.
In his sermon, Sanusi drew attention to Kano’s worsening insecurity, particularly the rise in youth gang violence. He urged parents to play a stronger role in guiding their children, stressing the importance of social cohesion and moral upbringing.
“We cannot allow disunity and violence to undermine the peaceful foundation laid by our ancestors,” he warned.
Despite the symbolic power struggle, the Eid festivities remained peaceful, with security operatives stationed at key prayer sites to prevent disruptions.
The dual celebrations underscore the deepening standoff over Kano’s royal leadership — a conflict that continues to blur the lines between tradition, politics, and public sentiment in one of Nigeria’s most historically influential emirates.
By Taiwo Olatinwo | June 6, 2025
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