Barely 24 hours after an attack on the Kano Emir’s Palace known as gidan Rumfa located in Kofar Kudu within the old city, some civil society organizations led by One KANO Agenda, a prominent Civil Society Organization in Kano, have demanded explanations from the police over their deafening silence on the incident.

The Kano Emir’s Palace allegedly came under attack on Sunday evening by a convoy of the dethroned Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, while returning from the residence of the late Kano business mogul Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata, where he paid a condolence visit.

It has come to the knowledge of the organizations that, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero abandoned the usual route to his personal residence at Mandawari and decided to intentionally passed through Kabara infront of the Kano Emir’s Palace, hence the attack on the Palace by some elements who were allegedly linked to the dethroned Emirs entourage.

The CSOs, under the leadership of one Kano Agenda, described the silence from the police on the incidence as truly disturbing and tantamount to compromising the peace of the state, an action which could apparently plunge the State into chaos and uncertainty, and therefore perceived to be a deliberate plan plotted by some unpatriotic elements.

Verifiable sources provided the following report in the aftermath of the attack whereby; a Destruction of Police Vehicles:
-Police Hilux Vehicle (NPF 182D) – Mopol 9

• Police Hilux Vehicle (NPF 195D) – Mopol 52

Vandalization of Property:

• Motorcycle belonging to one Abdullahi Shehu (Police Officer)
• Motorcycle belonging to one Ibrahim Isa (Security Marshal attached to the Emirate)
• Emirate’s Main Iron Gate was severely vandalized
• Police Security Point at the Emir’s residence was shattered
  Stolen Security Assets:
  -1 Full Set of Police Camouflage Uniform
• 1 Pair of Police Security Boots
• 1 Bullet Magazine which is an extremely dangerous item now unaccounted for.
  Individuals Injured:
• Maigoma Danagundi who is currently hospitalized at Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital
• Yunusa Babba who is injured (Security Marshal)
• Special Constabulary Officer Murtala Muhammad who sustained physical injuries.

Our Prayers:
In light of the above and in the interest of peace, security, and public order in Kano State, we humbly call on your office to:

1. Commence an immediate investigation into the attack and destruction of public property, and the assault on law enforcement agents and civilians.
2. Identify, arrest, and prosecute all individuals responsible for leading and executing the attack.
3. Recover all stolen police assets, especially the missing bullet magazine, which poses a serious security risk.
4. Ensure the safety and security of Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II and his residence through increased deployment of security personnel

We urge the Security agencies in Kano to act swiftly and decisively in the interest of justice, security, and the stability of Kano State. The law must not be seen to shield impunity, nor should any individual, regardless of their title or influence, be allowed to endanger an entire population through calculated provocation or coordinated violence.

Signed

Kano Digital Media Rangers: Mustapha Abdullahi

Youth Mobilization By Media:
Comrd Salisu Gambo

Northern Youth Assembly:
Alh. Suleiman Idris

One Voice Development Initiative:
Mal Abdulkadir Abubakar

Beyond Border Alliance:
Aisha Muhd Shettima

Kano First Forum: Barr. Badamasi Gandu

Amb. Abbas Abdullahi
Convener: ONE KANO AGENDA

Barr. Mukhtar Musa
Secretary: ONE KANO AGENDA

The third day of protests against Engr. Farouk Ahmed, the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), has seen the involvement of more Nigerians, including religious clerics and lawyers.

The protesters led by Dan Okwa and Bishop Abel King among others are demanding Ahmed’s immediate removal and a thorough investigation into allegations of corruption, abuse of power, and regulatory compromise.

The allegations against Ahmed include the diversion of over $5 million in public funds to pay for his children’s luxurious foreign education, abuse of office, and conflict of interest.

His son, Faisal, was allegedly recruited into Oando PLC, a company under the regulatory jurisdiction of the NMDPRA, raising concerns about undue influence and nepotism.

The protesters, led by the Concerned Young Professionals Network, have called on the Attorney General of the Federation to initiate a thorough investigation into the allegations and set up a special investigative panel to examine Ahmed’s financial records.

They are also demanding that all permits granted under his leadership be reviewed for irregularities.

The growing list of protesters demanding Ahmed’s removal reflects the increasing public outcry over the allegations.

The protesters believe that an immediate investigation and appropriate actions are necessary to restore public trust in the NMDPRA and ensure accountability in the management of public resources.

“The allegations against Engr. Farouk Ahmed are serious and warrant a thorough investigation. We demand that the authorities take immediate action to restore public trust in the NMDPRA and ensure accountability in the management of public resources,” said Dan Okwa, National President of the Concerned Young Professionals Network.

“We will not back down until Engr. Ahmed is held accountable for his actions. The Nigerian public deserves transparency and accountability from its leaders, and we will continue to demand justice.

“The involvement of religious clerics and lawyers in our protest shows that this is not just a matter of concern for young professionals, but a national issue that requires collective action. We will continue to protest until Engr. Ahmed is removed and the necessary investigations are carried out”.

Suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, on Monday escaped arrest when the Federal High Court, Abuja, declined a request by the Federal Government to issue a bench warrant for the arrest of suspended Senator of Kogi Central Senator, in a case bordering on alleged defamation of Senate President Godswill Akpabio and former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello.

The move to arrest Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan came during Monday’s court session when the prosecution informed the court that the case was scheduled for arraignment.

However, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan was absent. Citing her absence, the prosecution urged the court to order her arrest, claiming that the charges had been served on her legal representative.

e defence, however, pushed back against the request for the arrest of Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, explaining that the senator had not been properly notified. According to her counsel, the charge sheet was only received that same morning in court, and the senator herself had neither seen the document nor been informed that she was expected in court for arraignment.

Presiding Judge, Justice Musa Umar, asked the prosecution whether the charges had been personally served on the defendant. When the answer was negative, the judge ruled that it would be inappropriate to grant the arrest request, noting that proper service of court documents is a prerequisite for issuing a bench warrant.

Instead, Justice Umar directed that the charges be officially served through the senator’s lawyer and fixed June 30 for her formal arraignment.

The case stems from comments allegedly made by Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan during a live television broadcast on April 3. In the said interview, she reportedly accused Senate President Akpabio and ex-Governor Bello of being involved in an alleged plot to assassinate her—a claim that triggered the defamation charges now being pursued by the Federal Government.