THE Kano State Government has assured residents that the lingering emirship dispute in the state will soon be resolved, as efforts are underway to restore lasting peace, stability and unity.
News Point Nigeria reports that the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, gave the assurance on Thursday while addressing journalists in Kano, saying the administration of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has already taken concrete steps to address the crisis.
According to the commissioner, the state government remains fully committed to dialogue and engagement with all relevant stakeholders, stressing that the emirate issue would not be allowed to continue generating tension or distracting the administration from governance.
“The Kano emirship tussle will soon be resolved amicably because the state government is committed to dialogue with all stakeholders,” Waiya said.
He explained that the government’s approach to resolving the matter is guided by strict adherence to the rule of law, respect for traditional institutions, and the collective interest of the people of Kano State.
Waiya noted that the Yusuf administration believes that traditional institutions play a critical role in promoting peace, cultural heritage and social cohesion, adding that the government would not take any action capable of undermining the sanctity of the emirate system.
The emirship crisis intensified in May 2024 when Muhammadu Sanusi II was reinstated as the 16th Emir of Kano, following the removal of Aminu Ado Bayero as the 15th emir.
The development followed Governor Yusuf’s signing of the Kano State Emirate Council (Repeal) Law 2024, which repealed the Kano State Emirates Council Law of 2019 and dissolved the additional emirate councils created by the previous administration.
Since then, the issue has generated legal battles, political tensions and public debate, raising concerns about peace and stability in the state.
Addressing questions on Governor Yusuf’s recent defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC), Waiya described the move as one that would bring significant political and economic benefits to Kano State.
According to him, aligning with the ruling party at the federal level would enhance cooperation and unlock greater federal interventions, projects and development initiatives across critical sectors.
“The defection opens more doors for Kano. With stronger collaboration with the Federal Government, residents should expect more dividends of democracy in infrastructure, health, education and social welfare,” he said.
On the political future of the Deputy Governor, who has not defected alongside the governor, Waiya maintained that the decision remains a personal one.
He stressed that the government’s priority remains governance, unity and development, urging residents to remain calm, law-abiding and supportive of ongoing efforts to resolve outstanding issues.
The commissioner reaffirmed the Yusuf administration’s commitment to transparency, peace and inclusive governance, assuring that the interests of Kano people would always remain paramount.