# Kano Emirate succession and procession dispute

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/kano-emirate-succession-and-procession-dispute
> Updated: 2026-10-01T21:10:26.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 2.

Tensions rose in Kano following a dispute between the 15th Emir, Aminu Ado Bayero, and the 16th Emir, Muhammadu Sanusi II. On September 27, 2026, the Kano State Government suspended all Durbar processions and horse-riding activities in the metropolis to prevent potential clashes between the two royal camps, as both leaders had scheduled processions through overlapping routes.

By October 1, Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II defied the government’s ban by riding a horse to the Sani Abacha Stadium for Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary. Following the incident, supporters of Emir Aminu Ado Bayero questioned the state government’s response to the breach and suggested they might hold their own procession for an upcoming Qur’anic graduation ceremony.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-01: Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II defies Kano horse-riding ban

Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II rode on horseback to a public event in Kano despite a state government ban, prompting a reaction from the camp of the 15th Emir, Aminu Ado Bayero.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/emir-muhammadu-sanusi-ii-defies-kano-horse-riding-ban

### 2026-09-27: Kano suspends Durbar processions amid royal procession tensions

Kano authorities have suspended Durbar processions and horse-riding activities to prevent clashes between supporters of Muhammadu Sanusi II and Aminu Ado Bayero during overlapping royal processions.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kano-suspends-durbar-processions-amid-royal-procession-tensions

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