Following a mob killing of 16 northern in Uromi, Edo state, the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II has warned Kano youths against launching reprisal attacks on innocent non-indigenes in the state.
While calling on the relevant authorities to take decisive action and ensure justice prevailed for the victims in his sermon after leading the two-rakat Eid-el-fitr prayer at the Kofar Mata Eid ground, Emir Sanusi II warned the youths against taking laws into their hands.
“We appeal to them not to take laws into their hands. They should avoid a breakdown of law and order. We call on all traditional leaders to be vigilant.
“Similarly, we appeal to the relevant authorities to ensure justice for the victims.
“They should investigate and prosecute persons behind the barbaric act,” he said.
