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BREAKING: Tension in Kano as heavily armed security personnel take over Emir Sanusi's palace

^{Published on 2024-12-06 08:31:01 - MSN}
 

• Heavily armed policemen and operatives of the State Security Service (SSS) have surrounded the Kano Emir's Palace at Kofar Kudu, restricting both entry and exit from the premises. The deployment of security to the palace was a result of moves by Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II to install his newly appointed Wamban Kano,

The article from MSN discusses the escalating tension in Kano, Nigeria, where heavily armed security personnel have taken over the palace of Emir Sanusi. This action follows a controversial decision by the Kano State House of Assembly to dethrone Emir Aminu Ado Bayero and reinstate Muhammadu Sanusi II, who was previously removed from his position in 2020. The situation has led to a significant security presence around the Emir's palace, with reports of both police and other security forces barricading the area to prevent any potential unrest. The move has sparked debate and concern over the political motivations behind the reinstatement and the potential for conflict between supporters of the two Emirs. The heavy security deployment aims to maintain order amidst this contentious royal succession issue.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/breaking-tension-in-kano-as-heavily-armed-security-personnel-take-over-emir-sanusi-s-palace/ar-AA1vnELp ]

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