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Sanusi Faults NBA’s disinvitation of El Rufa’i
Nasiru Yusuf
The 14th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II has faulted the disinvitation of Governor Nasir El-Rufai as a speaker in one of the panel sessions at the 2020 conference of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA).
Kano reports that Mr Sanusi stated this on Sunday at Kaduna Government House during his first visit to Northern Nigeria after his dethronement and controversial banishment to Nassarawa state before he relocated to Lagos.
The deposed Emir challenged the NBA for withdrawing the invitation earlier sent to El Rufa’i without granting him fair hearing to defend himself.
Mr Sanusi observed that if decision should be taken based on allegation, the national president of NBA himself has allegations against him that have not been proven.
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“I read the petition. I was looking for the specific allegation.
“You said somebody does not respect the rule of law, what is the specific instance of disrespect for the rule of law.
“You say somebody has mishandled a crisis, what is the specific manner in which he mishandled the crisis?” Mr Sanusi asked.
The deposed Emir said the NBA should have used the presence of Mr El Rufa’i to question him on the alleged human rights violation and disregard of the rule of law.
“More important for me, if you feel that the governor of Kaduna State is not doing well, you should invite him to your conference and ask him and let him explain what he is doing and tell him what you think he is doing wrong.
“You will learn something from him he will learn something from you.
“Disinviting him is not the path of people who actually want progress.
“Because if you disagree with someone having him in your hall where you can tell him your view is the best way and he can defend himself.
“And if there are things he needs to improve he will take them on board.
“And if there are things that you don’t know that he is doing, you can be better informed.
“That is the best way to handle issues like this,” the deposed monarch said.
Mr Sanusi, however, advised that the matter should be handled properly by the leadership of the NBA to prevent it from generating ethnic or religious concerns.
El-Rufa’i is not a bigot
Mr Sanusi has also exonerated governor El-Rufa’i of religious bigotry, and described him as a true nationalist.
He said they have friends in each part of Nigeria to the extent that some people do not consider them as Northerners.
“Anybody who knows him will tell you that he is just a Nigerian.
“Look at the people that he works with, look at the people around him, look at his friends.
“He has not surrounded himself with people from a particular ethnic group or a particular religious persuasion.
“He has friends all over – pastors, reverends, imams.
“It is sad that anybody can accuse him in any way of being partisan in the matter.” Mr Sanusi said.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited has announced that its ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) remains unchanged, reaffirming its commitment to stability in Nigeria’s domestic energy market.
In a statement issued by Esan Sunday, Head of Media Relations, Branding and Communication, the company said sustaining the current price reflects its efforts to cushion the broader economy against external shocks. It noted that by absorbing prevailing cost pressures, the refinery is helping to moderate inflationary risks, promote energy affordability, and ensure uninterrupted fuel supply amid ongoing global uncertainties.
The company reiterated its dedication to the steady supply of high-quality petroleum products to the Nigerian market, while aligning with national objectives of price stability and energy security.
It also urged the public to rely solely on official communications from the refinery for accurate and up-to-date information regarding its operations and pricing.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo on his emergence as the Deputy Governor of Kano State following his swearing-in on Tuesday.
KANO FOCUS reports that Garo was sworn in by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf after being nominated to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of former deputy governor, Comrade Aminu Abdulsalam.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described Garo’s appointment as a positive step toward strengthening unity within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State.
The President noted that the 48-year-old politician has held several public offices, including Chairman of Kabo Local Government Area and Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs during the administration of former governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje. He also served as the APC governorship running mate in the 2023 general elections.
Tinubu commended Governor Yusuf for the appointment, urging political stakeholders in the state to rally behind the administration to ensure stability and progress.
He also called on the new deputy governor to work closely with the governor in delivering effective leadership and accelerating development in Kano State.
The President wished Garo success in his new role.
Ibrahim Khalil
A dramatic political moment unfolded in Kano on Tuesday as former governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje publicly acknowledged Muhammad Sanusi II as the Emir of Kano and Chairman of the Kano State Council of Emirs.
KANO FOCUS reports that the unexpected gesture occurred during the swearing-in ceremony of the newly appointed Deputy Governor, Murtala Sule Garo, at Government House, Kano—an event attended by top political leaders and traditional rulers.
While delivering his goodwill message, Ganduje addressed Sanusi by his full royal title, drawing immediate attention from dignitaries at the ceremony. The audience responded with loud applause when he greeted the Emir and recognised his position as head of the Kano Emirate Council.
The development is particularly significant given the long-standing rift between the two figures. Sanusi was removed from the throne during Ganduje’s administration, a decision that sparked widespread political and legal controversy at the time.
However, the political landscape shifted following the emergence of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, under whose administration Sanusi was reinstated as Emir of Kano.
Observers say Ganduje’s public acknowledgment signals a possible easing of tensions and may point to broader efforts at reconciliation within Kano’s political and traditional institutions.
The moment has since been described by analysts as a “twist of fate” in Kano politics, where former rivalries appear to be giving way to cautious gestures of respect among key actors.
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