Kano CP commends Emir Bayero for compliance with security directives

Kano State Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, has commended the 15th Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, for his respect for the law and compliance with directives issued by security authorities.

Bakori made the commendation when he paid a courtesy visit to Emir Bayero at his palace in Nasarawa, Kano, following the monarch’s formal notification of his intention to embark on a horse-riding procession to Yakasai on Thursday to attend a Qur’anic graduation ceremony.

The Commissioner said his visit was to appeal to the Emir to suspend the planned horse ride in the interest of peace and public safety.

He explained that while security authorities require anyone planning a public horse-riding or Durbar activity to provide at least 72 hours’ prior written notice, the security agencies were appealing for the proposed procession to be cancelled altogether.

Bakori urged the Emir to travel to the event by vehicle, as he had traditionally done, saying the security agencies were concerned about preventing any development that could create tension or threaten public peace in Kano.

The Commissioner described Emir Bayero as a law-abiding traditional ruler who had consistently respected security directives and prioritised peace.

He also appealed to Alhaji Aminu Babba Dan’agundi, Sarkin Dawaki Babba and Senior Councillor to the Emir of Kano, to continue supporting the monarch and encouraging cooperation with security authorities.

Responding, Emir Bayero thanked the Commissioner and his delegation for the visit and assured them of his full cooperation.

The Emir said the peace and stability of Kano remained a priority, adding that he would continue to support efforts aimed at maintaining public order.

The latest development comes against the backdrop of the long-running Kano emirate dispute, which has previously resulted in heightened security deployments around the palace occupied by Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II.

In December 2024, security operatives barricaded the entrance to Gidan Rumfa Palace, restricting movement in and out of the premises and preventing the Emir from attending a planned royal ceremony in Bichi.

Security analysts in Kano have described Bakori’s engagement with Emir Bayero as a dialogue-based approach to preventing tension while maintaining the dignity of the traditional institution.

They said direct engagement with traditional rulers and other community stakeholders could help security agencies address potential threats to public order without unnecessarily escalating tensions.