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Our Priority Is Law And Order, Army Clarifies Role In Kano Emirate Tussle
Our Priority Is Law And Order, Army Clarifies Role In Kano Emirate Tussle
Kano, 27th May 2024 – The Nigerian Army has officially stated that it has no involvement in the ongoing emirate tussle in Kano State. The Director of Army Public Relations, Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu, clarified on Sunday that the Army is not participating in the enforcement of any court orders related to the dispute……CONTINUE READING....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Army’s Role and Actions:
- Clarification of Role: Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu emphasized that the Army’s primary concern is maintaining law and order. He denied allegations by the Kano State chapter of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) that troops were involved in the emirate dispute.
- Preventive Measures: The Army’s actions are focused on preventing any potential breakdown of security. According to Nwachukwu, the Army is taking “proactive steps to checkmate any possible breakdown or breach of the security” in response to the emirate tussle.
- Monitoring Situation: The Army is currently monitoring the situation and is prepared to intervene only if the security situation escalates beyond the capacity of the police to handle.
Background of the Tussle:
The dispute erupted following the dethronement of Aminu Ado-Bayero by Governor Abba Yusuf on Thursday, and the subsequent reappointment of Muhammadu Sanusi II as the 16th Emir of Kano on Friday. The Kano State House of Assembly passed the Emirate Councils Amendment Bill, which the governor signed into law, leading to the dissolution of four additional emirate councils created by the previous governor, Abdullahi Ganduje. These actions resulted in the dethronement of the monarchs of the abolished emirates.
Current Developments:
- Ado-Bayero’s Status: Since his dethronement, Ado-Bayero’s whereabouts had been unknown. However, reports indicate he returned to Kano on Saturday, a development that has heightened tensions in the state.
- NBA’s Stance: The Kano branch of the NBA condemned the involvement of the Nigerian Army in enforcing court orders related to the emirate dispute. The association criticized the use of military personnel in what it views as a civil matter.
Related News:
- Police uncover a plot to unleash mayhem in Kano.
- Kingmakers’ case against former Governor Ganduje adjourned.
- Former Governor Ganduje presented staffs of office to four new first-class emirs, whose positions have now been abolished.
Army’s Commitment:
Brigadier General Nwachukwu reiterated the Army’s commitment to ensuring peace and security in Kano and the region. He assured the public that the military’s involvement would remain limited to monitoring and preventing violence unless the situation deteriorates significantly.
The Army’s statement aims to clarify its position amid accusations and ensure the public that their actions are solely aimed at maintaining peace and preventing violence in the state.
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has argued that the North is not disadvantaged in Nigeria’s power-sharing arrangement under democratic rule.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Atiku made the statement during an interview on Arise Television, where he spoke on zoning, fairness, and political balance in the country.
He noted that since Nigeria’s return to civilian rule in 1999, the South has held the presidency for about 18 years, while the North has governed for roughly 10 years.
According to him, this should be taken into account when discussing which region has benefited more from the country’s power rotation system. He also maintained that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) remains the only major political party with zoning clearly embedded in its constitution.
“The South has governed for 18 years and the North for 10. So who is really in deficit if we are being fair? Even more broadly, the only party with zoning formally entrenched is the PDP,” he said.
Atiku also recalled the constitutional conference held during the military era under General Sani Abacha, where he led a group that opposed the inclusion of rotational presidency in the constitution.
He said the proposal, championed by the late former Vice President Alex Ekwueme, was rejected at the time because his group had majority support among delegates.
According to him, Ekwueme later acknowledged that the decision may not have been ideal during his funeral years later. Atiku added that he now believes a rotational system, if adopted earlier, could have ensured a more balanced distribution of power across Nigeria’s regions.
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has spoken about the source of his wealth, saying it was built long before he entered politics through years of business investments.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Atiku made the remarks during an interview on Arise Television on Wednesday, where he explained that his fortune came from ventures across logistics, real estate, agriculture, education, and the oil and gas sector.
He said he was already a fully established businessman before joining politics and had interests spread across different parts of the economy.
According to him, his financial background has never been in doubt because of how his wealth was acquired.
Atiku also recalled his role in the early formation of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), stating that he was among its key founders and also contributed financially to its establishment.
He further noted that during the administration of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, a panel was set up to investigate his activities. He said the panel included figures such as Nasir El-Rufai and Nuhu Ribadu, and that he allowed the process to proceed without relying on his immunity.
“I made my money through business before joining politics. I invested in oil and gas, logistics, agriculture and other sectors,” he said.
“I was already established in business before I came into politics.”
“I played a major role in setting up the PDP and contributed financially to its formation.”
“No one accused me of corruption because my sources of income were clear.”
“A panel was set up to investigate me, and I allowed it to go ahead without hiding behind immunity,” he added.
Atiku remains active in Nigerian politics and is currently seeking the presidential ticket of the African Democratic Congress ahead of the 2027 general election.
A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted approval for a fresh legal move seeking to compel the Nigeria Police Force to reopen investigations into the death of Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Aloba (Mohbad).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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