Kano Suspends Durbar Over Fear of Clashes

The Kano State Government has suspended all Durbar processions and horse-riding activities in the Kano metropolis over fears of possible clashes and a breakdown of law and order.
The suspension followed an emergency meeting of the State Security Council held at the Government House, Kano, where the security situation surrounding the planned activities was reviewed.
The government said security assessments showed significant mobilisation of supporters in connection with the planned activities, raising concerns about possible confrontations, loss of lives and destruction of property.
In a statement issued on Sunday by the governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature, the government said t...