The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has ordered Kano youths not to launch reprisal attacks on innocent non-indigenes in the state over the killings of 16 northern travelers in Uromi, Edo State.
Sanusi warned the youths against taking laws into their hands in his sermon after leading the two-rakat Eid-el-fitr prayer at the Kofar Mata Eid ground.
He called on the relevant authorities to take decisive action and ensure justice prevailed for the victims of the barbaric act.
The Emir said, “We got information yesterday (Saturday evening) that youths in some areas are planning to launch reprisal attacks on non-indigenes after the Eid prayers. We are instructing them not to carry out such attacks.
“We appeal to them not to take laws into their hands. They should avoid a breakdown of law and order. We call on all traditional leaders to be vigilant.
“Similarly, we appeal to the relevant authorities to ensure justice for the victims. They should investigate and prosecute persons behind the barbaric act.”
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