Violent Incident: Police Invites Emir Sanusi For Questioning

The Nigeria Police has invited the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, for questioning, over a violent incident during Sallah celebration.

The fracas led to the death of a vigilante member, Surajo Rabiu , leaving another, Aminu Suleman injured.

The invitation was extended by the Inspector General of Police, IG Kayode Egbetokun requesting the emir to report to the force Intelligence department in Abuja.

The letter inviting Emir Sanusi was signed by Commissioner of Police (OPS), CP Olajide Ibitoye on behalf of the Deputy Inspector General of Police, Force Intelligence Department (FID).

Its content is as follows: “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 with regards to an incident that occurred during the Sallah celebration within your domain.

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“In view of the above, you are hereby invited to Force Intelligence Department, opposite Police Force Headquarters Area 11. Abuja by 1000hrs of Tuesday 8th of April, 2025 Your availability is highly sought for a purposeful investigation,” it reads.

A vigilante member, Surajo Rabiu, turned out a casualty in the violent incident, involving  the entourage of the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, while another vigilante member, Aminu Suleman who sustained injuries in the process was rushed to the Murtala Mohammed Specialists Hospital, Kano for medical treatment.