CISLAC Warns Against State of Emergency in Kano
The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has cautioned the Bola Tinubu administration to avoid any moves by political figures that might destabilize Kano State.
Mallam Auwal Musa Rafsanjani, the Executive Director of the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC), issued a statement warning against using the current situation to declare a state of emergency in Kano.
The state is currently experiencing tension and controversy over the deposition of the 15th Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, and the reinstatement of the formerly deposed 14th Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II.
Rafsanjani cautioned the federal government to avoid being used as a tool to advance political interests that could jeopardize the stability of the state and the region.
According to him, “These developments threaten to plunge Kano State into chaos and anarchy, undermining the peace and stability of the broader Northern Nigeria region.”
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He noted that such actions are viewed as reckless and unnecessary provocations that could dismantle over 1,000 years of Kano’s political heritage, expressing concern that the court ruling, which security operatives are relying on, facilitated the controversial return of Emir Aminu Bayero.
He opined that the said ruling was issued by a judge who is currently out of the country and not in office, adding that the situation raises significant concerns about the legitimacy and appropriateness of the court order.
He added that the reliance on what CISLAC describes as a ‘kangaroo court order’ to justify the police and other security operatives’ invasion of Kano State is deeply troubling and exacerbates tensions.
“The state government holds the constitutional power to appoint and confirm traditional leaders, including the Emir. The attempt to usurp this power and push the state into a state of anarchy is unacceptable.
CISLAC firmly believes that the autonomy of the Kano State Government in managing its traditional institutions must be respected to avoid further conflict,” he stressed.
He enjoined all relevant authorities to prioritize dialogue and lawful processes in resolving this crisis, pointing out that the progress in Kano is synonymous with progress in Northern Nigeria as the current turmoil threatens to reverse the significant strides made towards development in the region.
