Kano Eid-el-fitr Killing: Police Withdraws Invitation Letter To Emir Sanusi

The Nigeria Police Force has withdrawn its earlier invitation extended to Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, in connection with the unfortunate incident that occurred in Kano State during the Sallah celebration on March 30, 2025.

The invitation was initially issued to enable Sanusi to provide his account of the events that led to the breakdown of law and order in the state.

A statement by Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi said, However, following advice from respected stakeholders and in line with the Inspector-General of Polices commitment to ensuring that policing actions are not politicized or misinterpreted, the IGP has directed that the invitation be withdrawn.

Instead, operatives of the Force Intelligence Department FID have been mandated on the instructions of the IGP to proceed to Kano to obtain Sanusis statement.