That sponsored protest against new Emir Sanusi

Before his appointment as emir he had a running battle with the federal government, which led to his suspension as CBN governor. Consequently, his travelling documents were also siezed. Since his appointment as emir, Kano has witnessed a series of protests. The questions are: Who are these protesters? Where did they come from? Whose interest […]

Before his appointment as emir he had a running battle with the federal government, which led to his suspension as CBN governor. Consequently, his travelling documents were also siezed.
Since his appointment as emir, Kano has witnessed a series of protests. The questions are: Who are these protesters? Where did they come from? Whose interest are they protecting? These questions are necessary given the fact that we are in a country where it has become a tradition to hire crowds for different purposes. In fact, it has become a lucrative business for many people, especially those at the corridors of power. Because of the high level of unemployment in the country, a lot of youths are ready tools. This is unfortunate. It is a fact that politicians have variously used rented crowds against opponents, real and perceived.   Unfortunately, most of the protesters don’t usually know why they take to the streets.
However, it must be said that protests against an appointed emir is not new in Kano and other parts of northern Nigeria. In 1963, when the late Emir Ado Bayero was appointed, he was greeted with protests. In fact, he was tagged “Kaduna Emir” because some thought his appointment was influenced by the then regional government, with its headquarters in Kaduna.  But he was later loved and respected by his subjects and other Nigerians.
Again, the appointment of Sultan Ibrahim Dasuki in 1988 was greeted with protests. But that didn’t change the story. He became a very charismatic Sultan who was loved, cherished and admired by his people before he was dethroned for a reason that has remained unknown till date.
In 1993, protests also greeted the appointment of Mallam Awall Ibrahim as the Emir of Suleja, but that didn’t change his appointment. He celebrated his 20 years on the throne recently.
When Chief Obasanjo was elected as president in 1999, there were protests, but nothing changed. The list is long.
It is therefore very important to state here that Sanusi Lamido Sanusi has been appointed the new Emir of Kano, and nothing can change it. To keep on fighting him is tantamount to questioning God. Anyone who feels uncomfortable with this appointment should consult God for proper answers. We need peace in Kano and other parts of this country.
Ibrahim Muye Yahaya; Muye, Niger State.  [email protected]