The two emirs of Kano State, Nigeria, Emir Mohammad Sanusi II and Emir Aminu Ado Bayero separately speak to Muslims in their domains, urging them to imbibe the virtues learned during Ramadan into their daily lives.
Sunusi made the call during his sermon at the congregational Eid prayers held at the Kofar Mata Eid ground in Kano on Sunday while Bayero, who conducted his Eid prayer at the Nasarawa Mini Palace, offered prayers for peaceful coexistence in the country.
Sanusi emphasised the importance of emulating Prophet Mohammad’s teachings and extending goodwill to the needy.
He condemned the recent alleged killing of innocent hunters in Edo, urging the government to bring the perpetrators to justice.
Sanusi also cautioned residents to remain law-abiding and avoid taking the law into their own hands.
Both emirs, in their separate sermons, called for peace, unity, and harmony among residents.
They also emphasised the importance of following Prophet Muhammad’s teachings, particularly in helping the needy.
Some residents who spoke with NAN commended the peaceful atmosphere that characterized the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations in the city, in spite of the ongoing emirate crisis.
Sabo Muhummad, a resident of Yakassai, Kano Municipal Council, expressed happiness over the peaceful atmosphere in the state in spite the crisis.
“Both emirs are men of respect, and it is clear that they want peace for Kano,” he said.
Alhaji Mohammad Abubakar from Tauroni Local Government, commended the orderliness and praised the police and other security agencies for maintaining peace.
He called for continued security presence beyond the Sallah festivities.
Suleiman Abubakar, a tricycle operator expressed gratitude to Allah for witnessing another Eid.
As part of the celebration, Abubakar offered free rides to his passengers.
“Later in the day, I planned to visit my parents and loved ones to celebrate with them,” he said.
