The Court of Appeal has ruled striked out the fundamental human rights case filed by Aminu Ado Bayero, the 15th Emir of Kano against the Emir of Kano Muhammadu Sanusi II.
The court declared that Bayero’s case lacked merit and that the Federal High Court had no jurisdiction to intervene in matters related to the Kano State Emirate Council law.
The Appeal Court’s decision was based on the grounds that the principal reliefs sought by Bayero were outside the scope of fundamental human rights and that the case was principally a chieftaincy matter.
The court cited Section 251 of the constitution, which states that the Federal High Court lacks jurisdiction to dabble into chieftaincy matters.
In a similar vein, a Kano State High Court had previously restrained Bayero and four other former Emirs from claiming the title .
Meanwhile, the Appeal court ruling has sparked jubilation from across Kano state especially thousands supporters of the 16th emir of Kano Muhammadu Sanusi II.
This ruling is seen as a significant victory for Sanusi II and his supporters.
As news of the ruling spread, Sanusi II emerged from the Gidan Rumfa palace to a hero’s welcome.
Teeming supporters chanted praise songs and hailed his victory, creating a festive atmosphere in the city.
The Kano emirates tussle has been a longstanding issue, with Bayero challenging the legitimacy of Sanusi II’s position as emir.
However, with the Appeal Court’s ruling, it appears that Sanusi II’s position has been solidified.
The celebration is expected to continue in the coming days, with supporters of Sanusi II basking in the glory of their emir’s victory.