The Kano State Authorities has expressed satisfaction with the current Court docket of Appeal judgment, which upheld its reforms in conventional establishments and reversed earlier Federal Excessive Court docket rulings regarding the Kano Emirate Council.
In a press convention held on the NUJ Press Centre in Kano on Saturday, January 11, 2025, and collectively addressed by the Legal professional Basic/Commissioner for Justice, the Commissioner for Native Authorities and Chieftaincy Affairs, the Commissioner for Info, 44 Native Authorities Chairmen, and the Director of Media and Publicity, the federal government reaffirmed its dedication to justice, equity, and the modernization of conventional establishments whereas preserving Kano’s cultural heritage.
The appellate court docket’s ruling validated the actions taken by the Kano State Authorities relating to chieftaincy appointments and reforms, emphasizing that these actions had been in keeping with the regulation and the structure.
The judgment additionally clarified the rightful jurisdiction over chieftaincy issues, stating that the Federal Excessive Court docket had no authority to intrude in such points.
“For the avoidance of doubt, all selections, pronouncements, and orders made by the Federal Excessive Court docket in Kano have been quashed and put aside by the Court docket of Appeal,” stated Legal professional Basic Barr. Haruna Isa Dederi.
“Moreover, the regulation enacted by the Kano State Home of Meeting regarding Emirates, and all actions taken by His Excellency, the Govt Governor of Kano State pursuant to that regulation, have been absolutely upheld and legalized by the Court docket of Appeal.”
The ruling reinforces the state authorities’s reforms, which purpose to make sure equitable illustration, inclusive governance, and the strengthening of conventional establishments for the good thing about all Kano residents.
The Kano State Authorities referred to as on all private and non-private establishments, in addition to people, to respect and adjust to the Court docket of Appeal’s choice and provides full impact to the judgment.
“We prolong our gratitude to the Judiciary for upholding the rules of justice and equity,” the assertion continued.
“The Kano State Authorities stays dedicated to working in concord with conventional establishments to foster growth and unity throughout all emirates.”
The federal government urged all events to put aside variations and work collectively to advertise peace and progress in Kano State. It reiterated its dedication to prioritizing the collective good of the state over particular person pursuits.
The press convention ended with a name for help and cooperation from the folks of Kano State to proceed constructing a united and affluent future.
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