The
Kano State Government has issued a directive for the demolition of the palace
belonging to Aminu Ado-Bayero, the 15th Emir of Kano., citing the need for
renovation.
This move follows a court ruling validating the Kano Emirate Council Repeal Law 2024 while nullifying Governor Abba Yusuf's actions thereafter.
Attorney
General Haruna Dederi announced plans for the reconstruction, including
demolishing and rebuilding the palace's deteriorated wall fence immediately.
Additionally, the Commissioner of Police has been instructed to relocate Bayero
from the Nasarawa GRA mini palace.
The
decision has sparked significant debate and raised concerns about cultural
heritage and governance, amidst ongoing tensions between traditional
institutions and state authorities. The government's actions underscore broader
implications for governance structures and traditional leadership in Kano
State, highlighting the complex interplay between legal frameworks, political
decisions, and historical legacies.
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