My removal as Emir is act of destiny, says Sanusi

The deposed and banished former Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi, has called on residents and all title holders and palace officials to support his successor, Ado Bayero, stressing that his removal was an act of destiny.

Penpushing reports that, Sanusi who has been banished to Nasarawa State after his dethronement said, with almost six years on this throne and (in charge of) our heritage. Today, the almighty Allah, who gave me the leadership, has destined to take it back,”

“As I always say, leadership has predetermined tenure, the days Allah destined are numbered. When the days come to an end one must leave. We have accepted whatever Allah decides. We have agreed. We appreciate (God). We are happy and we know it is what is best for us.”

“We enjoin everyone to remain peaceful. We have directed our family, our children and those that support us that whoever gets it and is endorsed by the people they should pay allegiance to him. They should follow him (the new emir). They should guard his honour and dignity because that is also the honour and dignity of this palace.”

Penpushing further reports that, the former in affirming his ties to his grandfather who was deposed in similar way in 1963, expressed happiness for practicing his reign in accordance with that of Emir Sanusi, adding that, ’It is a thing of pride that made us to rule and end in the same fashion as Halifa,” he said using his grandfather’s sobriquet.

The immediate past  former Emir  expressed his thanks to the people of Kano, titleholders, lieutenants and friends for their support and affection during his reign.