By Milcah Tanimu

The Kano State Police Command has urged residents to ignore false information circulating on social media claiming that Alhaji Aminu Bayero, the 15th Emir, would lead the Friday prayers at the Central Mosque. Commissioner of Police Usaini Gumel clarified in a telephone interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that Bayero will observe his Friday prayers in the mosque within the Nasarawa Palace, where he currently resides.

Commissioner Gumel assured that the police and other state security agencies will provide robust security at the Emir’s Palace, where Emir Muhammad Sanusi II is expected to lead the Jummah prayers. He emphasized that the public should disregard the misinformation and continue their activities without fear of molestation or intimidation.

“The police urge the general public to disregard the false reports and misinformation circulating on social media and go about their activities without fear of molestation or intimidation,” said Gumel. “The police will continue to provide necessary security to ensure that residents can observe their Friday congressional prayers peacefully without threats to their lives and property.”

He also encouraged residents to volunteer credible information about the movement of suspicious individuals for prompt security action in the state.