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Court Nullifies Reappointment of Muhammad Sanusi II as Emir of Kano
The Federal High Court in Kano has declared the reappointment of Muhammadu Sanusi II as the 16th Emir of Kano null and void. Presiding Judge, Justice Abdullahi Liman, made the ruling on Thursday, June 20, 2024.
The court also invalidated all actions taken after the enactment of the Kano Emirate Council Repeal Law 2024, effectively rendering all subsequent activities null and void .
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In addition, the court has granted the respondent’s application to stay the legal proceedings until the case is heard and determined at the Court of Appeal. The case has been transferred to the Federal High Court for further proceedings.
This ruling is a significant development in the ongoing legal battle over the Kano emirate, and it remains to be seen what implications it will have for the state’s political landscape. Stay tuned for further updates as this story continues to unfold.