The Chief Judge of the Federal High Court and the Chief Judge of the Kano State High Court have been summoned by the Chief Justice of Nigeria, CJN, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, amid the Emirate feud in Kano State, due to divergent interim injunctions.
The Federal High Court in Kano, presided over by Justice S.A. Amobeda, has issued an order for Muhammadu Sanusi II, the Emir of Kano, to be removed from Kofar Kudu Palace.
The directive had upheld Aminu Ado Bayero, the 15th Emir of Kano, in his authority.
“An order of interim injunction restraining the respondents from inviting, arresting, detaining, threatening, intimidating, harassing the Applicant, or infringing on his rights is hereby granted.
“This order ensures that Emir Aminu Bayero enjoys all rights and privileges accrued to him by virtue of his position,” the judge ruled.
However, an order from Kano State High Court Justice Amina Adamu Aliyu prevented Sanusi from being forced out of the palace.
Additionally, Justice Aliyu stopped security forces from intimidating Sanusi and other people.
The directive forbids any meddling with the Emir’s sovereignty or the taking of important emblems of his power, including the Ostrich-feathered shoes, the Royal Hat of Dabo, and the double spear.
Justice Aliyu emphasised, “An order of interim injunction is granted restraining the Respondents from harassing or intimidating the Applicants or confiscating any symbols of the Emir’s authority.
“The respondents are ordered to maintain the status quo pending the hearing and determination of the motion on notice.”
Confusion over the legitimate power and defense of the emirs in Kano has resulted from the contradicting directives.
The Federal High Court has postponed its case until June 4, and the State High Court has scheduled a follow-up hearing for June 13.
