A concerned citizen has formally appealed to the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) to expedite a Supreme Court hearing on the Kano Emirship dispute, warning that delays could escalate tensions in the state.
The appeal comes amid the lingering legal tussle over the throne, which has created political and social divisions in Kano.
In a petition seen by journalists, the citizen highlighted the urgent need for judicial resolution to prevent potential unrest.
The dispute, which centres on the legitimacy of the current emir, has led to protests and heightened anxieties among residents. The petitioner argued that only a definitive Supreme Court judgment can restore calm and provide lasting clarity on the chieftaincy conflict.
Legal experts note that the case involves complex traditional and constitutional questions, requiring careful judicial examination.
However, the appeal stresses that further delays could worsen the situation, given Kano’s history of volatile succession disputes. The petitioner urged the CJN to prioritise the matter in the interest of peace and stability.
The Kano emirship crisis has drawn national attention, with stakeholders calling for restraint from all parties. Observers warn that prolonged uncertainty may embolden rival factions, increasing the risk of confrontations.
As the legal battle continues, many residents hope for a swift and fair resolution to prevent further division in one of Nigeria’s most populous states.
The Supreme Court’s decision on whether to fast-track the case remains pending, but the appeal underscores growing concerns over the Kano Emirship dispute’s wider implications for law and order in Kano.
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