The Police Command in Kano State has denied reports making rounds that the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II was booed by some individuals during the Sallah celebration.
Reports in the social media have stated that the entourage of Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II was booed by some individuals while he was returning to his palace after Eid prayers.
But in a Statement issued by the Kano State Command’s spokesman, SP Abdullahi Kiyawa, on Monday denounced the story.
Kiyawa said that the incident occurred when the Emir took a different route, as part of his religious obligation.
He said, “Unfortunately, he was booed within the vicinity of Festival Primary School and Zage/Zango areas by some unidentified persons.
“Currently, the Police Command is monitoring the entire Sallah events to ensure law and order are maintained. Adequate security measures are in place to tackle any form of security threats.
“Accordingly, the Police Command is warning individuals intending to cause chaos or breach the peace during the Sallah celebration to stay clear of the State.’’
Kiyawa further stated that at the moment adequate security personnel had been deployed to arrest anyone attempting to cause a breakdown of law and order.
The Police through the statement, warned members of the public to desist from carrying weapons during and after the celebration.
The Force maintained that anyone found would meet stiff penalties.
“Rigorous stop-and-search operations and patrols are ongoing in all Local Government Areas (LGAs) in the metropolitan area. This is to ensure a peaceful celebration,” Kiyawa said.
source: NAN
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