Kano Emirate Crisis: 200 CSOs to Honour CP Bakori for Peace Efforts

More than 200 civil society organisations across Nigeria have reportedly resolved to honour the Kano State Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, for his handling of tensions surrounding the Kano Emirate dispute.

The planned recognition was disclosed by Barrister Nabila Abba Isma’eel, a member of one of the organisations, who said the award would acknowledge Bakori’s efforts to ease tensions, promote dialogue and strengthen public confidence amid the emirate crisis.

Isma’eel praised the commissioner’s engagements with key traditional figures involved in the dispute, including the 15th Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero; Sarkin Dawaki Babba, Alhaji Aminu Babba Dan’agundi; and Galadiman Kano, Alhaji Munir Sanusi, associated with the camp of Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II.

She said the engagements reflected a community-oriented approach to policing that prioritises dialogue, cooperation with traditional institutions and proactive measures to prevent the escalation of conflict.

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According to her, Bakori’s approach demonstrated the importance of diplomatic engagement in maintaining peace, stability and public order in Kano State.

However, Isma’eel criticised recent remarks attributed to the Kano State Commissioner for Information, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, concerning the emirate dispute.

She described the comments as inappropriate and urged Waiya to exercise greater restraint in his public statements, particularly given his responsibility for communicating the position of the state government.

She also advised the commissioner to adopt an approach similar to Bakori’s, arguing that dialogue, diplomacy and constructive engagement with stakeholders were essential to resolving sensitive disputes.

Isma’eel urged public officials to prioritise peace and responsible communication, warning that inflammatory or ill-considered statements could heighten tensions and undermine efforts to maintain stability.

She called on all stakeholders to exercise restraint and work collectively to protect the peace, unity and interests of Kano residents.