Inside Story: Why Abba Yusuf Was Absent From Emir Sanusi’s Sallah Celebration
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The Kano State Government has dismissed reports suggesting that Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf snubbed the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, during the Hawan Nasarawa event at the Government House.
The clarification was issued in a statement on Monday by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Tofa, who described the reports as false and capable of creating unnecessary tension.
Tofa explained that it is a long-standing tradition for governors to pay homage to the Emir during Sallah festivities, adding that this year’s event coincided with a national meeting of Nigerian governors, which required Yusuf’s attendance outside the state.
According to the statement, the governor personally communicated his absence to the Emir and directed the Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, alongside other senior officials, to receive the Emir on his behalf at the Government House.
It further noted that Yusuf attended the Eid prayers led by the Emir and also participated in the Hawan Daushe at Gaya Emirate.
He had also made arrangements to receive the Emirs of Rano, Karaye, and Gaya in person, but had to delegate some engagements due to scheduling conflicts.
At the time of the Hawan Nasarawa, the governor was in Lagos attending an official meeting with other progressive governors.
The government reaffirmed that relations between the state administration and the Emirate Council remain cordial, emphasizing mutual respect and a shared commitment to peace and development in Kano State.
