Breaking News: Federal High Court Invalidates Reinstatement of Muhammadu Sanusi II as Emir of Kano
In a groundbreaking decision on Thursday, a Federal High Court in Kano nullified the reinstatement of Muhammadu Sanusi II as the 16th Emir of Kano and declared all subsequent actions taken following the reinstatement as invalid. The presiding judge, Justice Abdullahi Muhammad Liman, delivered the verdict, emphasizing the need to uphold legal processes and respect court orders.
Justice Liman highlighted that the actions taken by the government, including Governor Ganduje’s reinstatement of Sanusi II, were deemed null and void. He emphasized the significance of following due process and respecting judicial decisions to maintain the rule of law.
The judge criticized the government’s failure to adhere to the court order, stating that such disregard for legal procedures could have been averted. He underscored the importance of honoring court directives and warned against flouting judicial orders.
This ruling marks a significant turn in the controversy surrounding Sanusi II's reinstatement and sheds light on the necessity of upholding legal processes in matters of governance and administration.