Sanusi Lamido’s unguided speech may trigger unrest in Kano — Group

The Save Humanity Advocacy Centre (SHAC) has raised an alarm over an alleged plot by the and his allies to cause unrest in Kano.

In the letter dated 14th February 2024, sent to President Tinubu titled: ‘The urgent need for Sanusi Lamido Sanusi and his cronies to be called to order’, the Group’s Executive Director, Attah Musa alleged that there may be plans to revisit the dethronement of Emir Sanusi Lamido Sanusi by the present political leadership in the State, a move that would be counter-productive in all ramifications given the peculiarities of the time.

It reads: “We extend our warmest regards to Mr President in appreciation for the tangible efforts in addressing the myriads of challenges in the country. It is indeed a testament to your passion and commitment to setting Nigeria on the pedestal for greatness.

“Mr. President, we wish to use this medium to bring to your attention on the activities of the former Emir of Kano, HRH Sanus: Lamido Sanusi, which is capable of igniting tension in Kano State.

“It is a known fact that the former Emir and the political leadership in Kano State are aligned politically, which has resulted in recent remarks and insinuations that have the potential to disrupt the fragile peace in Kano State.

“Mr President may wish to be informed that the recent statements credited to the former Emir and his allies are detrimental to the fragile peace in Kano.

“This is on the heels that the Kano State Governor, a known ally of the former Emir has made insinuations about the present composition of the Kano Emirate, which if not addressed can lead to a crisis of unimaginable proportion in the state.

“As the father of the nation, it is expedient that an urgent intervention should be made in Kano State to save the country from untold consequences that might arise in any eventuality.

“Mr. President may wish to be informed that there may be plans to revisit the dethronement of Emir Sanusi Lamido Sanusi by the present political leadership in the state, a move that would be counter productive in all ramifications given the peculiarities of the time.

“It is our opinion that the peace in Kano state now is priceless and any attempt to puncture it should be discouraged for the good of the state and the country at large.

“The people of Kano State have not expressed disaffection with the present composition of the Emirate in Kano State and therefore it behooves the state government to maintain status-quo and channel energies towards addressing socioeconomic challenges in the state with the overarching objective of providing the dividends of democracy to the teeming population in the State.

“Mr. President may also wish to be informed that the Kano State House of Assembly must be counseled on the implication of dancing to the tune of the Governor of the state in causing a change or alteration of the present emirate system in the state. Peace must be given a chance in Kano state due to the sensitivity of the issue and the need to unite the people rather than divide them.

“The present composition of the Emirate system in the state is meant to serve the people and bring development closer to the people. It must not be seen as a political tussle between power brokers.

“It is also our considered opinion that former Emir Sanusi Lamido Sanusi should be cautioned on his public utterances concerning the affairs of the state at the risk of building tension and resentment among the different interests in the State.

“Mr. President, the country cannot afford a disruption of the relative peace in Kano state due to the multiplier effect it might have in the northern region of the country.

“Consequently, we wish to humbly make the following prayers:

“That Mr President should mandate the Governor of Kano State to maintain Status-quo that Mr President should counsel the Kano State House of Assembly to act on any plan to alter the laws of the Kano State Emirate Council

“That Mr President should caution former Emir Sanusi Lamido Sanusi on his public statements on the composition of the Kano State Emirate Council

“That Mr President should convoke a meeting with the stakeholders and political leaders of the state to charge them on the need for the sustenance of peace in the state.

“Mr. President, we trust that you would use your good office to ensure that the fragile peace in Kano is sustained and improved upon.

“While we anticipate a favourable response and disposition, please Mr. President, do accept the assurances of our highest regards,” the letter read.

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