Kano govt moves to banish Sanusi after dethroning Kano Emir

The Kano State Government has reportedly began moves to banish Lamido Sanusi, the immediate past Emir of the state.

Mr Sanusi was removed from office today over allegation of insubordination leveled against him by the Kano State Executive Council.

The council is headed by the state governor, Umar Ganduje, who has been having a running battle with the traditional ruler.

According to Sun Newspapers, the government has began moves to banish the former Central Bank Governor in line with the tradition of the Kano Emirate Council.

“A security source told our reporter that the Emir would be escorted to the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport from where he would commence his journey to his new place of abode,” the newspaper reported.

The paper said security personnel to enforce the order has left the government house heading to the palace of the ousted traditional ruler.