The Kano State Government has reaffirmed that the Court of Appeal's ruling on the emirship dispute remains valid, countering claims that the decision has been overturned. Haruna Isa Dederi, the state's Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, explained that the court’s stay of execution does not nullify its earlier judgment delivered on January 10, 2025. That ruling upheld the repeal of the Kano Emirate Council Law, 2019, and reinstated Muhammadu Sanusi II as the 16th Emir of Kano. Speaking to journalists in Kano, Dederi stated, “The Court of Appeal’s stay of execution is a standard judicial procedure. It does not overturn the court’s ruling but rather maintains the status quo until the Supreme Court delivers its final verdict.”
The case arises from an appeal filed by Alhaji Aminu Baba Dan’Agundi, a strong supporter of the deposed 15th Emir, Aminu Ado Bayero.
The government assured residents that the appeal process does not affect Sanusi II's reinstatement. “The Court of Appeal’s judgment remains valid until the Supreme Court decides otherwise,” Dederi emphasized.
The administration also raised concerns about what it described as misleading information designed to create confusion among Kano residents.
Dederi urged the public to disregard false narratives suggesting the court had nullified the emirship ruling.
“We are committed to due process and legal procedures. Our legal team is carefully reviewing the latest ruling to determine the next course of action,” he stated.
The government called on Kano residents to remain calm, law-abiding, and not be influenced by misinformation, reaffirming its dedication to peace and stability as the legal proceedings continue.