Commotion in Kano markets as traders protest planned demolition of shops

Commotion in Kano markets as traders protest planned demolition of shops

Several traders along IBB Way in Kano metropolis, on Wednesday, abruptly closed their businesses as some of their colleagues protested against an eviction notice. Sources said the state government plans to demolish shops and stalls in the area. The incident resulted in chaos as the police patrolled the area firing teargas to dispersed the traders … Read more

Kano Governor defies court on emir reinstatement, says Sanusi victimised by Ganduje

Kano Governor defies court on emir reinstatement, says Sanusi victimised by Ganduje

The Governor of Kano State, Abba Yusuf, has defied an order of the Federal High Court and reinstated Lamido Sanusi as the Emir of Kano. Speaking at the ceremony at Government House in Kano on Friday, Mr Yusuf said the returning emir was victimised by former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje, which led to his dethronement in … Read more