Kano State is urging the Federal Government to compensate for the economic losses caused by the repeated suspension of the annual Sallah Durbar festivities.
The appeal came from the State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Alhaji Tajo Othman, during a Sallah homage by the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, to Governor Abba Yusuf, represented by Deputy Governor Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo.
The Durbar ban, enforced by joint security forces for consecutive years due to the emirship dispute, has hit the local economy hard. Othman highlighted the ripple effects, saying, “We’ve lost vital income from tourism and related activities hotels, markets, restaurants, and small-scale vendors, especially around Kurmi Market, have all suffered.”
He stressed that the Durbar isn’t just a cultural event, but a major economic driver for Kano.
Deputy Governor Gwarzo echoed the call for urgent federal intervention, linking persistent insecurity in the North-West to the region’s overwhelming electoral support for the current administration. He also called on citizens and government agencies to step up flood prevention efforts as the rainy season begins.
Emir Sanusi praised the state’s backing of local councils and warned he would personally inspect developmental projects without notice to ensure accountability and progress.
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