Alhaji Aminu Dan’Agundi, a senior counsellor in Emir Ado Bayero’s cabinet has hinted that the emir will approach the Supreme Court in a legal dispute on the Kano Emirship.
In its ruling, the Appeal Court stated that the Federal High Court in Kano lacked the authority to intervene in the matter, a decision that was supported by the Kano State Government.
“This ruling validates the government’s lawful actions and clarifies jurisdiction over chieftaincy matters, reinforcing the constitutional boundaries of courts in such affairs,” said Mr. Haruna Dederi, the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice.
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However, speaking to reporters in Kano on Sunday, Dan’Agundi disclosed that he had directed his legal team to challenge the Appeal Court’s decision at the Supreme Court.
He pointed out errors in the government’s interpretation of the ruling, particularly the support for Emir Muhammad Sunusi II’s claim to the throne.
Dan’Agundi argued that it was incorrect for the Appeal Court to categorize the case as a chieftaincy issue instead of a violation of fundamental human rights.
He emphasized that while he did not question the constitutional authority of the Kano State House of Assembly to create or repeal laws, the Kano Emirate Council Law 2024, Repeal, did not adhere to due process.
He further explained that, as a kingmaker in the Emirate Council, he should have been given a fair hearing before the law repealing the Emirate Council was passed.
“I went to the Federal High Court Kano to challenge the Kano State Government’s decision.
“After considering arguments from all parties, the trial judge, Justice AM Liman, took jurisdiction to hear our case on its merits.
“While delivering its judgment, the Appeal Court heavily relied on a Supreme Court citation regarding the Emir of Muri’s case, maintaining that any chieftaincy-related matters must be brought before the State High Court.
“But our case and that of the Emir of Muri are not the same.
“Since the Court of Appeal ruled that the Federal High Court does not have jurisdiction over our case, I have no option but to appeal the judgment,” he stated.
He mentioned that by appealing the Appeal Court’s decision, all actions concerning the Emirship should be put on hold until the Supreme Court delivers its final ruling.
Dan’Agundi concluded by urging the public to remain patient and await the Supreme Court’s decision on the matter.
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