Tensions flared as gunfire was reported on Monday night near the temporary residence of the deposed Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, located in the Nasarawa GRA, close to the Kano Government House.
The incident occurred amidst heightened security and political turmoil surrounding the emirate’s leadership.
The mini palace, where Bayero has been staying since his deposition, is situated approximately 300 meters from the Kano Government House.
This area, known for its restrictive vehicle movement, has been under strict surveillance by a combined security team due to ongoing disputes over the emirate’s leadership.
According to reports, the gunshots were heard a day after an incident at the main Emir’s palace, where reinstated Emir Lamido Sanusi resides.
There, armed hunters attempted to confront protesters who were urging the Kano governor to adhere to a court order restraining the removal of Ado Bayero.
The presence of security agents at the palace prevented any escalation of violence during that confrontation.
Sources within the palace disclose that the gunfire near Bayero’s mini palace might have been an attempt to deter any moves to arrest the deposed emir following a state High Court order mandating his eviction from the palace issued earlier that day.
The sound of gunfire led to panic among the residents and passersby, with some commuters altering their routes due to fears of a potential attack on the palace.
