The 16th Emir of Kano, Malam Muhammadu Sanusi II, has urged security agencies and relevant stakeholders to ensure justice is served for the Kano indigenes who were brutally killed in Edo State.

SolaceBase reports that the Emir made this appeal during the Eid prayer sermon at the Kano Eid ground, Kofar Mata, on Sunday, attended by the Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, his entourage, and a large gathering of Muslim faithful.

Speaking with deep concern, the Emir emphasized the importance of justice in maintaining peace and stability in the country.

He stated that “This matter must not be allowed to go unpunished. Justice must be done to prevent further escalation and ensure lasting peace.”

The Emir extended heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased, urging them to seek redress through lawful and peaceful means.

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He reminded the grieving families that justice can only be achieved through proper legal channels.

In a stern warning to the youth of Kano, the Emir discouraged acts of retaliation, emphasizing that revenge is strictly forbidden in Islam.

He called on young people to remain calm, law-abiding, and committed to peaceful coexistence, stressing that any act of vengeance would undermine the pursuit of justice and destabilize the community.