SANUSI TO LEAD SALLAH DURBAN AS KANO WARNS AGAINST DISRUPTION

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The Kano government has announced that Muhammad Sanusi II, the Emir of Kano, will be the one to lead the Eid-el-Fitr (Sallah) durbar in the state.

A statement made on Wednesday by Ibrahim Waiya, the commissioner for information and internal affairs, explained that this decision was made after talking with the Kano emirate council and other important people involved.

Waiya said the government received intelligence reports indicating plans by some individuals to disrupt the celebrations.

He said the state remains committed to preserving its cultural heritage but will not compromise on maintaining peace, law and order, and safeguarding lives and property.

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According to him, the Hawan Idi durbar will be conducted by Sanusi from the Kofar Mata Eid praying ground through designated routes to Gidan Shettima, terminating at Kofar Fatalwa of the Kano emir’s palace.

He added that Hawan Nasarawa will take place in a modified form but not on horseback.

Waiya said Hawan Daushe, Hawan Fanisau, and Hawan Dorayi have been suspended in the interest of public safety.

He said security agencies have been directed to intensify surveillance and ensure compliance with the directives before, during, and after the celebrations. The commissioner asked people to stay calm, follow the law, and not share false news during the Sallah time.