Why protests erupted in Kano after Sanusi’s selection as Emir

by Isi Esene There are reports of pockets of protests in Kano following today’s selection of the former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi as the 14th Emir of Kano. The protesters were reportedly against the choice of Sanusi as the successor to Ado Bayero who ruled as Emir for 51 years.... Read More

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June 8, 2014

Kano govt. says Allah has conferred on Sanusi Lamido Emir of Kano, PDP bactracks after congratulating Sanusi Ado Bayero & other important news you should know today

by Oge Okonkwo Kano govt says Allah has conferred on Sanusi Lamido Emir of Kano Nigeria’s ousted central bank chief was on Sunday named Emir of Kano, the country’s number two Muslim leader, following the death of the previous incumbent, the state government announced. “The state government received their recommendations and Allah has conferred on... Read More

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June 8, 2014

Protests in Kano over Sanusi Lamido Sanusi’s selection (See Photos)

by S’ola Filani Riots immediately broke out in Kano after former CBN governor, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi emerged the new Emir. The protest started at the Kofar Kudu area, near the Emir’s palace when residents of the neighbouring streets trooped out to express their opposition to Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso’s choice. [READ: Why protests erupted in... Read More

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