Fire Guts Emir Sanusi’s Palace

Fire has gutted a section of the palace of the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi, at Gidan Rumfa.

The incident, which happened on Friday night around 11 pm, has sparked concerns about the security and safety of the historic palace.

Palace sources reported that the perpetrators broke open a door, ignited the fire, and locked it, resulting in significant damage to the throne, air conditioners, and other valuables.

Despite the severity of the incident, the Kano State Fire Service said they were not informed, as no calls were received at their centers.

But the Chief of Staff to the Emir, Munir Sanusi Bayero, confirmed the incident in a statement.

“A fire incident occurred at the outer court of the Palace, Kofar Kudu, on Saturday morning, July 13, 2024. Fortunately, there were no casualties, and the damage was minimal,” Bayero said.

He said the palace administration is taking measures to ensure the safety and security of the occupants and is investigating the cause of the fire to prevent future incidents.

“We are committed to ensuring the safety of everyone in the palace and will take all necessary steps to prevent such occurrences in the future,” he assured.

The affected section of the palace, located at Kofar Kudu, is where the Emir holds court every Monday. The incident has disrupted regular activities and brought to light the need for enhanced security measures.

Authorities urge anyone with information about the fire to come forward as investigations continue.