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Breaking: Emir Of Kano, Sanusi Dethroned

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Emir Sanusi Reveals Position On Kano Local Government Election

The Kano State government-led by Abdullahi Ganduje on Monday, March 9, dethroned Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II.

Naija News reports Emir Sanusi’s dethronement followed the State Council executive meeting presided over by the Governor Ganduje.

Sanusi was removed from office over allegations of gross insubordination.

A statement by Alhaji Usman Alhaji, the Secretary to the Kano State Government, said Emir Sanusi’s dethronement was due to his “total disrespect to lawful instructions from the office of the governor and other lawful authorities.” 

According to the Kano state government, a new Emir will be announced shortly.

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