The command, in a statement jointly signed by sister security agencies on Tuesday, said the ban, earlier announced during the 2025 Eid-el-Fitr festivities, remains in force and will be strictly enforced.

It said the directive followed credible intelligence reports indicating possible plans by miscreants and their sponsors to use the occasion to disrupt public peace and security.

The statement noted that the police, in collaboration with other sister security agencies, had put in place adequate security measures to ensure peaceful and hitch-free celebrations across the state.

“Following extensive consultations with relevant security stakeholders and based on available intelligence, the ban on all Durbar activities will be strictly implemented.”

It warned that activities such as horse or animal riding, car racing, reckless driving, unlawful possession or display of firearms and dangerous weapons, as well as the carrying of suspicious objects, are strictly prohibited during the festive period.

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The command further urged parents and guardians to caution their wards against involvement in any unlawful acts, stating that the police and other agencies were fully prepared to enforce the law.

It also warned the public to desist from any conduct likely to cause a breach of peace or a breakdown of law and order.

While congratulating Muslims and law-abiding residents of the state ahead of the celebration, the command appealed to all worshippers to be law-abiding and conduct themselves peacefully during the celebrations.

It also urged residents to pray for the peace and prosperity of the state and the nation, and in memory of the state’s athletes who lost their lives while returning from the National Sports Festival

Source: NAN

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The Commissioner of Police in the state, Mr Ibrahim Bakori, stated this while addressing journalists in Kano on Friday.

“The police have banned all durbar activities during the celebrations due to credible security information that miscreants have been recruited to cause chaos and unrest,” he said.

He explained that the police had also prohibited the carrying of objects that could raise tension.

“We have mobilised sufficient armed personnel, in collaboration with sister security agencies, to provide comprehensive security coverage in our areas of supervision.

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“As we celebrate, let us remember that peace is paramount. We must put aside our differences and work together as law-abiding citizens for the progress of our state and nation,” he said.

Bakori said that operational orders had been issued to area commanders and divisional police officers, outlining the necessary security protocols for the festivities in their respective jurisdictions.

The commissioner stated that specific operational orders had been issued to deployed officers, detailing security measures for praying grounds, recreation centres, and public buildings.

Bakori emphasised the importance of sustaining peace in the state and urged parents to caution their children against any acts that may cause havoc.

“Residents are also advised to report any suspicious movements to the security agencies.

“In case of emergency, residents can reach out to the authorities using the following emergency contact numbers: 08032419754, 08123821575, 09029292926.”

Source: NAN

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Speaking at the second Annual Grand Durbar ceremony organised by the Ilorin Emirate Council, AbdulRazaq said the people’s resolve for a new dawn meant a need to eschew actions or inactions that had made development and growth difficult in the past.

The governor also commended the Emir of Ilorin, Dr Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, and the Ilorin Emirate Council for the historical cultural event.

“We must embrace reforms which are often tough at the beginning. We must make tough choices in our decision to move our state forward,” according to the governor, who was represented by his Deputy, Mr. Kayode Alabi.

“I have made my personal decision along this line. I will not use public funds to enjoy or gratify myself at the expense of the people. Public resources will only be applied strictly to public projects and overheads approved and budgeted for. We will not entertain excesses of any sort. With people’s interest as the guiding principle, we will do things differently and purposefully to get more impactful results.

“I appeal to this distinguished gathering of our people to unite behind this agenda for the progress of our community and generations yet unborn. Anything short of this will keep us moving in a circle and that would defeat the purpose of our people standing in the sun to vote the way they did.”

AbdulRazaq reiterated his resolve to institutionalise the various cultural activities in the state to boost tourism and economic growth, including the Durbar which he called the heritage of Ilorin people and a testament to the bravery and valour of their forebears especially the royal lineage of Sheikh Alimi.

The governor said prudent management of resources was necessary to carry out the reforms which would drive growth.

He added: “Let me clarify this too. Kwara is immensely blessed with abundant natural and human resources, as the quality of attendance at this Durbar shows. Kwara is however not so rich in monetary terms.  But that was not the reason for the slow development. The problem was that the little resources Kwara had was not going into building sustainable future. This is what we need to change, this is what we are changing, and that requires the support of all of you.”

The Emir thanked all the guests for their attendance and gave a chieftaincy title of Danmazani of Ilorin to the Durbar Committee Chairman, Engr Suleiman Yahaya Alapansanpa, FNSE.

The durbar was attended by many prominent guests, sons and daughters of Ilorin from across the country and beyond.

They included Senator Ibrahim Yahya Oloriegbe; Chief of Staff,  Alhaji Adisa Logun; Olusin of Isanl-Isin, Oba Solomon Oloyede; Alhaji Jani Ibrahim, Moshood Mustapha; Lukman Mustapha; Mallam Olaolu Ali (SAN); former Vice Chancellors of University of Ilorin, Professors Shuaib Oba Abdulraheem and Abduganiyu Ambali; and Mallam Soliu Mustapha.

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The procession, comprising of contingents of various District Heads in Bauchi emirate councils, is usually held as part of celebrations of the Eid-el-fitr.

Spokesperson of the state Police Command, DSP Kamal Datti, said in a statement that the incident occurred at about 11.30 a.m. when Disricts Heads in Bauchi Emirate Council paid Sallah homage on the state governor.

“Today at about 1130hrs during dubar procession, groups of hunters following the District Heads of Darazo and that of Duguri, had a clash.

“As a result, one Auwalu Sadau, male, of Darazo LGA lost his life after sustaining injuries from dane gun shot, while 14 others sustained injuries and are now receiving treatment at Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital, Bauchi.

“However, prompt action of Bauchi Police command’s Tactical Commanders of Operation Puff Adder restored  normalcy and arrested 55 suspects, recovering from them, 46 machettes, 13 knives, 15 daggers, one dane gun and 13 bamboo sticks,” said Datti.

The spokesperson said investigations had commenced to find out the cause of the clash.

Source:  NAN

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