TUSSLE FOR EMIR: Sanusi lays curse on anyone instigating crisis in Kano

The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has laid curses on people he believes are hell-bent on igniting chaos in the ancient city, calling on fire to consume them.

The embattled Emir Sanusi who was reacting to a viral video of a protest that erupted in some parts of the city following the verdict of the Court of Appeal which ruled in his favour on Friday, said some people were hell-bent on instigating unrest in the state due to what he described as vested interest of some who do not want peace to reign in the state.

In a statement on Saturday following the incident, Emir Sanusi said:

“As you all know, the Appeal Court has confirmed that the Federal High Court has no jurisdiction over emirate issues. This judgment was expected, and those who initiated the case in court knew this all along.

“Even the judge who issued the initial order was aware of the limits of his jurisdiction. Those who influenced him to make that decision also knew the truth.

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“However, for the past eight months, their aim has been to promote selfish interests and instigate unrest in this part of the country.

“Despite their efforts, our greatest achievement is that the state has remained peaceful. There has been no violence or disorder. We call on everyone to continue maintaining peace and unity.

“This battle is not ours but God’s. And God does not need anyone’s help. Let us keep praying for His guidance and intervention. May God protect us, and whoever seeks to ignite chaos in Kano, may that fire consume them instead.

“To those who wish harm upon Kano or its peace, may they face the consequences of their own wishes.

“They may attempt to provoke violence, but let us not respond to their actions. Let us not engage them in any way. Whoever questions God’s judgment will ultimately face the consequences of doing so,” Sanusi said.

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