Kano: Mixed reactions trail ban on Sallah Durbar celebration

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  • The Kano state police command, in a surprising move, announced a total ban on all Durbar activities during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations, citing intelligence reports of potential security threats
  • The Durbar, a colorful horse-riding festival, has long been a key part of Kanos Sallah celebrations, but since the emirate crisis of 2024, the event has become politically charged
  • Though residents were advised to observe Eid prayers at designated prayer grounds and avoid actions such as horse riding (Kilisa), car-racing, among others, the ban has sparked varied reactions among Kano residents

Kano police commissioner asked parents and guardians to caution their children.
Photo credit: Nigeria Police ForceSource: FacebookCredible intelligence indicates plans by miscreants and their sponsors to disrupt public peace under the guise of Durbar activities. To avoid chaos, the government and security agencies have agreed to suspend all such events.”The Kano state police command announced a ban on all Durbar activities for the 2025 Eid-El-Fitr celebrations.
Photo credit: Nigeria Police ForceSource: FacebookSecurity comes first. If the government or Police says no Durbar to prevent trouble, we should obey.Durbar is part of our tradition. Banning it takes away the joy of Sallah. It is the only thing now left for us to enjoy during the sallah period especially with the cost of living. Why now? The government should deal with troublemakers instead of canceling our culture. When I watched the broadcast of Aminu Ado Bayero where he said he cancelled his plan for a parallel durbar, I knew something was coming. I sensed the federal government has a different plan, and here it is.Kano: Legal perspective to ban on Sallah DurbarThe deprivation of individuals of their traditional rights due to political motives or manipulation signifies a breakdown of justice and democracy. This is a breach of the fundamental rights as enshrined in the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.Section 40 guarantees a right to peaceful assembly. Additionally, section 38 recognises the right to freely practice ones religion or culture.”

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