The Kano State Police Command has banned all durbar activities during the forthcoming Sallah celebrations across Kano state.
The announcement was made by the Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, during a press briefing at the Bompai Police Headquarters on Friday.
He said security assessments reports have shown growing tensions and potential threats associated with the durbar which could lead to unrest as well as disruption of normal activities in the state.
“Following credible intelligence reports of orchestrated plans by miscreants and their sponsors to exploit the Durbar for disruptive activities, the Command, in consultation with the Kano State Government and other key stakeholders, has decided to prohibit all Durbar activities across the state,” CP Bakori stated.
The commissioner stated that to ensure safety of people’s lives and property the command has provided adequate security to safeguard the conduct of Eid prayers at designated grounds.
He urged worshippers to comply with security guidelines, including avoiding the carrying of unnecessary objects that could cause suspicion and strict prohibition of horse riding (Kilisa), car racing, and reckless driving.
Bakori also called on parents and guardians to cautioned their children against being used by bad eggs in the society
“As we celebrate, let us remember that peace is paramount. We must put aside our differences and work together as law-abiding citizens for the progress of our state and nation,” CP Bakori stated.
