Kano Emirship Tussle: Police appeal for calm

The Commissioner of Police in Kano State, Usaini Gumel, has appealed for calm in the state amidst the ongoing emirship tussle.
Mr Gumel assured that the police and security agencies had taken concrete measures to deal with any form of security threats.
The commissioner of police said that the combined security agencies were fully committed to ensuring peace, progress, and political stability in the state.
He said the security measures in place would guarantee a peaceful atmosphere in the state, particularly following the dissolution of the five emirates council.
Mr Gumel reiterated that the police in collaboration with state security agencies, had devised a comprehensive security network to deal decisively with anyone or group of people attempting to undermine the peace in the state.
He urged the public to remain calm and go about their lawful activities, assuring that the security agencies were working tirelessly to ensure a peaceful and stable environment in the state.
(NAN)
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