**Breaking News: Emir of Kano to Lead Sallah Durbar in Kano Despite Security Concerns** The Kano State Government has announced that the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, will lead this year's Eid-el-Fitr Durbar, a centuries-old cultural procession, in Kano. This decision was made after the government received credible intelligence reports indicating potential unrest during the Sallah celebrations. The Kano State Government, under Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, has vowed to preserve the state's rich cultural heritage while prioritizing peace and security. To prevent a breakdown of law and order, the government has unveiled strict guidelines to be followed during the celebrations. According to the guidelines, the Hawan Idi (Eid Durbar) will be conducted by Emir Sanusi from the Kofar Mata Eid Ground through designated routes to Gidan Shettima, and will terminate at Kofar Fatalwa of the emir's palace. However, the Hawan Nasarawa will be held in a modified form without horseback displays, while Hawan Daushe, Hawan Fanisau, and Hawan Dorayi have been suspended for the time being. The government has directed all security agencies to intensify surveillance and ensure strict compliance with the directives before, during, and after the festive period. Residents are urged to remain calm, law-abiding, and cooperative with security agencies, while cautioning against the spread of unverified information. The Kano State Government has assured the public of its commitment to a peaceful and hitch-free Sallah celebration, wishing Muslims in the state a joyous Eid-el-Fitr. The decision to hold the Durbar comes amidst a legal battle between Sanusi II and Aminu Ado Bayero over the emirship. While Governor Yusuf reinstated Sanusi II in 2024, Bayero continues to contest his dethronement in court, leaving the emirship in dispute. The Kano State Government's decision to hold the Durbar despite security concerns reflects its commitment to preserving the state's cultural heritage and ensuring a peaceful celebration of the Sallah festivities.