Olayiwola Matthew
Kano State Government has revealed reasons behind the blockade of Emir Muhammadu Sanusi’s palace by armed security operatives on Friday.
According to the Secretary to the State Government, Abdullahi Bichi, the security operatives took over the Emir’s palace because they were obeying an order from above.
Bichi expressed concern over the situation, revealing that it might be an attempt to create unnecessary tension in the state.
“When we contacted the police authorities in the state said they were acting on the orders from above.
“We were surprised when we woke up this morning to hear that armed policemen have rounded up the Kano Emir’s palace without any breach of peace or any reason to warrant such action.
“Who will give such directives from above? We know it is only the Federal Government that can give the directive to the police.
“We suspect there are some people who are conniving with Abuja to cause a crisis in Kano which will not be acceptable by the Kano State Government,” Bichi said
He also denied rumours of potential unrest in Bichi, stating that the area remains peaceful and its residents law-abiding.
The incident coincided with Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II’s scheduled visit to accompany Alhaji Munir Sanusi, the newly appointed District Head of Bichi, to his district.
The restrictions disrupted plans and left officials stranded.
Despite public anxiety and requests for clarification, the Kano State Police Command has yet to provide an official explanation for the actions.