Aminu Babba Dan’Agundi, Senior Counsel to the 15th Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, has announced plans to challenge the recent ruling by the Court of Appeal that favored the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II.
Dan’Agundi, who holds the title of Sarkin Dawaki Babba in the Kano Emirate, had previously sought to enforce fundamental human rights through the Federal High Court, claiming violations during the ongoing emirship dispute.
However, he rejected the appellate court’s decision and vowed to take the matter to the Supreme Court.
At a gathering at the Nassarawa Mini Palace, Dan’Agundi said, “This emirship issue is far from over. Nobody can declare victory just yet because we are taking the matter to the Supreme Court for a final resolution.”
He further explained that his legal team had already been instructed to obtain a certified true copy of the judgment, as the appeal would put a stay on the lower court’s decision.
Dan’Agundi clarified the Court of Appeal’s judgment, noting that although the lead judge suggested transferring the case to the state’s Chief Judge for redirection, the court did not outright dismiss their claims but ruled that it lacked jurisdiction.
He added that two other judges disagreed with the lead judgment, which ultimately led to the appeal being struck out.
“Until the Supreme Court renders its decision, we do not consider the matter settled, and no one should assume victory,” Dan’Agundi emphasized.
He also called for peace and urged Kano residents to remain law-abiding as the legal battle unfolds.
