Police Summon Emir Of Kano To Abuja Over Sallah Procession Violence
The Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, has been officially invited by the Nigeria Police Force for questioning in connection with the violence that broke out during the recent Eid-el-Fitr procession in Kano, which resulted in the death of a local vigilante member.
The invitation was conveyed in an official letter dated April 4, 2025, and signed by Commissioner of Police, CP Olajide Rufus Ibitoye, on behalf of the Deputy Inspector-General of Police in-charge of Force Intelligence Department (FID) Abuja.
The Emir has been requested to appear before the Force Intelligence Department in Abuja, opposite the Police Headquarters, Area 11, by 10:00am on Tuesday, April 8, 2025.
It would be recalled that a deadly incident occurred on Eid day as the Emir’s entourage moved from the Eid prayer ground to the palace in a traditional procession.
The clash, which marred the otherwise peaceful celebration, led to the death of a vigilante member, Surajo Rabiu, and left one other injured.
The letter reads: “I have the directives of the Inspector General of Police, through the Deputy Inspector General of Police, Force Intelligence Department (FID), to invite you for an investigative meeting with regards to an incident that occurred during the Sallah celebration within your domain.”
Olamilekan Adigun is a graduate of Mass Communication with years of experience in journalism embedded in uncovering human interest stories. He also prioritises accuracy and factual reportage of issues.
