The Kano Police Command has warned the two rival Emirs of Kano, Mallam Muhammadu Sanusi II and Aminu Ado Bayero, against horse riding in public places, threatening arrest for anyone who violates the ban. According to the police, any person or organization planning to undertake horse riding or Durbar activities must give at least 72 hours' prior notice in writing to the Kano State Police Command. This directive aims to ensure public safety and maintain order in the state.
The warning comes after the 15th Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, threatened to go on horse riding despite the government's ban. State Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, emphasized that anyone who violates the order will be arrested. He stressed that the police require 72 hours' notice for public durbar and horse-riding activities to enable necessary security assessments and arrangements for public safety.
The Kano State Government had recently pronounced a ban on all forms of durbar and horse-riding activities throughout the state, following consultations with relevant security stakeholders. The ban aims to preserve public peace and order in the state. Reports indicate apparent breaches of these security directives, prompting the police to reiterate that the executive security directives remain in force and binding on all persons in the state.
Commissioner Bakori emphasized that the primary responsibility of law enforcement and security agencies is to maintain public peace, safety, and order. He stated that the police cannot afford to allow any act that will breach the peace and jeopardize public safety. The police command, in conjunction with relevant security agencies, is committed to enforcing the law and safeguarding public peace and order in the state.
The threats that necessitated the ban were put to serious checks and are still potent, according to Bakori. He urged all concerned individuals to comply strictly with all lawful security directives and cooperate with the security agencies. The police want to assure the people of Kano state that they remain resolute, united, and committed to enforcing the law.
The development has sparked reactions from various quarters, with some groups expressing support for the police's stance. The Obidient Movement, for instance, has threatened nationwide protests over the arrest of an Akwa Ibom coordinator. Meanwhile, the EFCC has investigated and cleared a former CBN Governor of wrongdoing.
The Kano police's warning to the Emirs has significant implications for public safety and order in the state. The police's commitment to enforcing the law and maintaining peace is clear, and it remains to be seen how the Emirs and other stakeholders will respond to the directive. The situation is being closely monitored, with many awaiting the outcome.
Key points
- The Kano Police Command requires 72 hours' notice for public durbar and horse-riding activities.
- The ban on durbar and horse-riding activities aims to preserve public peace and order in Kano state.
- Anyone who violates the ban will be arrested, according to the State Commissioner of Police.
