The Kano State Police Command has arrested Usman Sagiru, 20, in connection with the alleged killing of a vigilante member, Surajo Rabiu, and an attack on the entourage of the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II.
Another vigilante member, Aminu Suleman, sustained injuries
and is currently receiving treatment at Murtala Mohammed Specialist Hospital,
Kano.
Confirming the incident, Kano Police Public Relations
Officer (PPRO), SP Abdullahi Haruna, said the attack occurred while local
guards were providing security for Emir Sanusi II’s entourage returning from
the Eid prayer ground.
“While dispersing from the Eid praying ground, Usman Sagiru
and others, now at large, allegedly stabbed Surajo Rabiu, a vigilante member
from Sabon Titi Jaba Quarters, who later died from his injuries. Another
vigilante member, Aminu Suleman from Kofar Mata Quarters, sustained injuries
and is receiving treatment at Murtala Mohammed Specialist Hospital, Kano.”
SP Haruna further stated that investigations have commenced,
and the Shamakin Kano, Alhaji Wada Isyaku, has been invited for interrogation
regarding the incident.
The police reiterated that the ban on all forms of Durbar
remains in force, warning that anyone found engaging in such activities will
face legal consequences.
“All forms of thuggery (Daba) will not be tolerated. Anyone
involved in acts likely to cause a breach of peace or breakdown of law and
order will be arrested and prosecuted.”
The command urged residents to remain calm and cooperate
with the police to maintain peace and security in Kano.
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