Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi’s family backs Gov Yusuf over reinstatement of Emir Sunusi

By Jude Opara

As the controversy over the reinstatement of Emir Muhammad Lamido Sanusi rages on, the Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Yusuf has received a huge support when he hosted a delegation from the family of Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, who paid him a solidarity visit to express their gratitude for the development.
In a statement made available to Peoples Daily on Friday, by the spokesperson to the Governor, Sanusi Dawakin Tofa said the delegation conveyed their solidarity and admiration for the Governor’s resolute leadership and exemplary governance.
The group which represents the faith-based organization Ittihadil Umma (Unity of People), under the leadership of Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, traveled to Kano to demonstrate their support for the Governor’s decision to restore Emir Muhammad Sanusi II to his “rightful position”.
In his response, Governor Yusuf noted that the reinstatement of Emir Muhammad Sanusi II was in line with his electoral promises.
“He expressed contentment that Emir Sanusi II, who encountered challenges in 2020, had graciously resumed his role as the 16th Emir, correcting what was perceived as an oversight under the previous administration.
“Moreover, the Governor encouraged religious leaders to offer prayers and guidance to his administration as they strive to elevate Kano to loftier heights”, the statement added.
Earlier, the leader of the delegation, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, expressed gratitude during the visit and commended the Governor for his remarkable achievements in the state especially in the development of social amenities.