Emir Sanusi Reveals Position On Kano Local Government Election

The Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, has called for the peaceful conduct of local government elections in Kano State.

He urged the residents of the State to prioritize peace and security as they vote in the state local government elections.

Speaking to newsmen on Friday ahead of Saturday’s local government polls in Kano, Emir Sanusi said those thinking of violence are enemies of the state.

He urged parents to caution and control their children against being used by selfish politicians to cause mayhem during Saturday’s local government election in the state.

“As you are aware, tomorrow, Insha Allah, there will be a local government council election for all the 44 local government councils in the state.

“All those who love Kano, I am sure will agree with me that there is nothing we need more than preservation of the peace and security of the state.

“All those who want to create mayhem and violence are the enemies of the state; many of them were instigated from outside, but when they do this, it is our children that will be killed, it’s our wealth that will be destroyed, it is our establishments that will be damaged,” he said.

Recalling recent violent activities in Kano, the traditional ruler urged residents of the state, especially ward heads, village heads, Imams, and other traditional rulers, to warn youths not to allow themselves to be used by enemies of the state to create violence capable of leading to loss of lives and destruction of property.

The Emir prayed for God’s protection upon the state.

Naija News reports that amidst the controversy surrounding the planned local government election in Kano, the Kano State Independent Electoral Commission (KANSIEC) has declared that it will proceed with the local government elections set for tomorrow, October 26, 2024.

This affirmation follows contradicting court orders on the Saturday council elections.