The violence, which occurred shortly after the Emir observed the two rakat Eid prayers at the Kofar Mata prayer ground, reportedly resulted in the death of a vigilante member, Surajo Rabiu, and left another, Aminu Suleman, seriously injured. The Emir’s entourage was allegedly attacked during the incident.

Following investigations, the Kano Police Command arrested one Usman Sagiru in connection with the attack, which has since generated controversy across the state. The injured vigilante was taken to Murtala Mohammed Specialists Hospital for treatment.

Confirming the incident, the spokesperson for the Kano Police Command, SP Abdullahi Haruna, stated that the violence erupted while local security guards were escorting the Emir’s convoy from the prayer ground.

In response, the police have formally invited the Emir for an investigative session at the Force Intelligence Department in Abuja. The invitation letter, signed by Commissioner of Police Olajide Ibitoye on behalf of the Deputy Inspector General of Police, reads:

“I have the directives of the Inspector General of Police, through the Deputy Inspector General of Police, Force Intelligence Department (FID), to invite you for an investigative meeting regarding an incident that occurred during the Sallah celebration within your domain.

“In view of the above, you are hereby invited to the Force Intelligence Department, opposite Police Force Headquarters, Area 11, Abuja, by 1000hrs on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. Your presence is crucial to facilitate a thorough investigation.”

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