The police have bolstered their presence with additional armed security personnel at the two palaces of the rival emirs in Kano’s metropolitan Local Government Areas.
Outgoing Commissioner of Police, AIG Usaini Gumel, confirmed the deployment during a telephone interview with News Agency of Nigeria on Monday.
Gumel stated, “equipped and armed personnel have been deployed to handle any unforeseen circumstances around the identified areas.”
He clarified that this move aims to avert security threats and maintain peace pending the resolution of the emirship dispute.
Gumel emphasized that the command has intensified its personnel deployment strategies to ensure security and harmony in the state.
“Armed personnel have been deployed to provide security at the Kofar Kudu Palace, residence of Emir Malam Mohammadu Sunusi, and the Nasarawa Mimi Palace, residence of Emir Aminu Bayero,” he noted.
The police have called for public cooperation and encouraged residents to share information that could help sustain peace, progress, and political stability.
The command remains dedicated to providing the necessary security to enable residents to carry out their lawful activities without fear for their lives and property.
