The Hausa/Fulani community in Jos, has expressed its disappointment and condemnation over the recent attack on the convoy of the Emir of Kano, Dr Ado Bayero during which several of the monarch’s aides were killed and injured.

In a statement released yesterday by the community’s development association and signed by its President Shehu Ibrahim Masalla, the press release stated that “the community condemns in strong terms the senseless attack on the distinguished and peace-loving monarch, whose wisdom has been immeasurable in resolving Nigeria’s numerous political and religious problems”.

They expressed their condolences to the government and people of Kano state and the emirate council over the death of some of the emir’s guards, praying God to grant the deceased eternal rest.

The Hausa/Fulani community in Jos, has expressed its disappointment and condemnation over the recent attack on the convoy of the Emir of Kano, Dr Ado Bayero during which several of the monarch’s aides were killed and injured.

In a statement released yesterday by the community’s development association and signed by its President Shehu Ibrahim Masalla, the press release stated that “the community condemns in strong terms the senseless attack on the distinguished and peace-loving monarch, whose wisdom has been immeasurable in resolving Nigeria’s numerous political and religious problems”.

They expressed their condolences to the government and people of Kano state and the emirate council over the death of some of the emir’s guards, praying God to grant the deceased eternal rest.

In a separate development the Kano state government has banned the use of commercial motorcycles within Kano metropolis, following the attack on the emir. At the time of filing this report, our correspondent confirmed that the ban was being enforced within the metropolis and commuters appeared to be complying fully with the directive. This is at the backdrop of several unsuccessful attempts to enforce the ban in Jos, Plateau state following numerous attacks on the natives.

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Hausa/Fulani community in Jos commiserates with Emir