Mbaeri was the former Permanent Secretary of the General Services Office (GSO), the engine room office of the OSGF.

The change of guard comes at a poignant moment, as national conversations around the pivotal role of Permanent Secretaries in sustaining governance were recently reignited by Finance Minister Wale Edun, who referred to them as “the backbone of government.”

During his tenure as Permanent Secretary of the General Services Office, Mbaeri was responsible for supervising activities within the SGF’s office, a role that placed him at the heart of federal administration. One of the highlights of his service was the privilege of presenting appointment letters to newly appointed Ministers and heads of federal agencies, symbolizing his central role in the nation’s governance process.

In a heartfelt ceremony held in Abuja, Mbaeri expressed gratitude to those who entrusted him with responsibility, particularly the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Sen. George Akume, CON, and former SGF, Boss Mustapha. Reflecting on his five-year journey in the SGF’s office, he praised the camaraderie shared with fellow Permanent Secretaries and urged continued unity in advancing the civil service’s mandate.

His successor, Mohammed Sanusi Danjuma, who now oversees both the Special Services and General Services Offices, described Dr. Mbaeri as “a mentor per excellence,” promising to build on the solid foundations laid by his predecessor.

The ceremony also doubled as a celebration of Mbaeri’s 60th birthday and retirement. Tributes flowed from dignitaries, including Sen. Akume and other senior officials, who described him as a dependable, strategic, and transformational figure in public administration.

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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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Justice Abdullahi Muhammad Liman nullified all the actions taken after the reinstatement.

The judge set aside the new emirate law 2024, which dethroned Aminu Bayero and four other first-class Emirs in the state.

Liman faulted the State Governor, Abba Yusuf for disobeying the court order restricting him from enforcing the new law.

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Sanusi had earlier received Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai earlier in the day and they are reportedly leaving the town in the same vehicle.

Justice Anwuli Chikere of the Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday ordered the Police IG and the Director General of the DSS to release him from confinement.

Sanusi led the Jumat Prayer at the palace of the Emir of Awe before leaving alongside El-Rufai. They are reportedly heading to Abuja.

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According to a video shared by The Guardian Nigeria, Sanusi was accompanied by Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai.

The deposed Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, on Friday led juma'at prayers at the Awe Central Mosque, in Nasarawa. He was accompanied by Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai.
In this video, he can be seen heading to the mosque.⁣
Credit: Abel Daniel#SanusiLamidoSanusi #NasirElRufai pic.twitter.com/SmDUgbITll

— The Guardian Nigeria (@GuardianNigeria) March 13, 2020

El-Rufai arrived Sanusi’s abode in Awe at about 12:46 p.m. in a convoy of about six security and official vehicles.

He went straight into the house to have a meeting with the deposed emir.

There was a security barricade around the house preventing observers and journalists from going to meet the former emir.

Sanusi was on Monday sacked as emir by the Kano State Government.

He was then banished to Nasarawa and had his freedom restricted by security officials.

On Friday, a federal court in Abuja ordered the police and the State Security Service to release Sanusi.

El-Rufai appointed him into two offices including as the chancellor of the Kaduna State university.

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A statement by presidential spokesman, Malam Garba Shehu, said the president never had a history of intervening in the affairs of any state unless such issues are of national importance.

According to the statement, Buhari will only dabble into any brewing issue in a state when such a matter borders on national security because he has a responsibility to comply with provisions of the law in that regard.

It insisted that issues bordering on the appointments and removal of traditional rulers are within the purview of states and hence, linking the president with what happened in Kano is unfair.

“As outlined in the Constitution, the appointment or removal of emirs and other traditional leaders is strictly within the jurisdiction of state governments. It is unfair and disingenuous of opposition politicians to try to link the situation in Kano State to the federal government and the Nigerian President.

“Although a retired General and former Military Head of State, President Buhari clearly understands that under the current democratic dispensation, the government at the centre cannot read instructions or twist the arms of all or any of the 36 state governments making up the federation. They all have their powers specified under the Constitution,” Shehu said.

The presidential spokesman added that Buhari commended the people of Kano State for remaining calm since the dethronement of Sanusi.

He also prayed that God’s will be done at all times in both the emirate and the state.

“President Buhari commends the people of Kano for keeping calm in the past few days of the dethronement announcement.

“He prays that the will of Allah will be done at all times, and that the emirate/state and its people continue to experience progress irrespective of who is on the throne,” he said.

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Muhammadu Sanusi II will succeed the pioneer Chancellor, Tagwai Sambo, the Chief of Moro’a, who was appointed to the role in 2005.

A statement from the Kaduna Government House announced the new appointment.

“On behalf of the government and people of Kaduna State, Malam Nasir El-Rufai is delighted to appoint His Highness, Muhammadu Sanusi II as the Chancellor of the Kaduna State University. In public life, His Highness has demonstrated a strong commitment to education,” Muyiwa Adekeye, special adviser to Governor El-Rufai on media and communication said in a statement.

“The Kaduna State Government has no doubt that as Chancellor, His Highness Muhammadu Sanusi, would provide symbolic and substantive leadership in raising the profile of KASU as an emerging centre of learning on the national and global level.

“This appointment of the new chancellor comes at an exciting moment for KASU which is transiting to a multicampus structure with presence across the state.

“HH Muhammadu Sanusi II replaces the pioneer Chancellor, HH Malam Tagwai Sambo, the Chief of Moro’a, who has served in that role since 2005. Governor El-Rufai has conveyed the profound appreciation of the government to HH Malam Tagwai Sambo for the long years of distinguished service to KASU and the state.

“Malam Nasir El-Rufai welcomes with gratitude the consent of His Highness Muhammadu Sanusi to serve as Chancellor of KASU and as Vice-Chairman of the board of KADIPA.

“The Kaduna State Government is grateful that HH Muhammadu Sanusi II continues to support and assist the realisation of the governance objectives of the Kaduna State Government.”

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Sanusi’s dethronement was announced on Monday and the Secretary to the State Government, Usman Alhaji revealed that the appointment of a new Emir will follow soon.

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Alhaji said: “The Emir of Kano is in total disrespect to lawful instructions from the office of the State Governor and other lawful authorities, including his persistent refusal to attend official meetings and programmes organised by the Government without any lawful justification which amount to total insubordination.

“It is on record and in so many instances Malam Muhammad Sanusi 11 has been found breaching part 3 section (a-e) of Kano State Emirate law 2019 and which if left unchecked will destroy the good and established image of Kano Emirates.

“This removal is made after due consultation with the relevant stakeholders and in compliance with part 3 of section13 of the Kano State Emirate law 2019 and other reasons stated above.

“Sanusi’s removal was reached in order to safeguard the sanctity, culture, tradition, religion and prestige of kano Emirate built over a thousand years ago.

“The Governor calls on the general public to remain calm, law-abiding and go about their businesses without fear; while a new Emir of Kano Emirate will soon be appointed’, he added.

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