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KANO – The Emir of Kano, Khalipha Muhammadu Sanusi II, has extended his heartfelt condolences to the victims and families affected by the recent bandit attack in Faruruwa town in Shanono Local Government Area, which claimed several lives.

In a statement issued by the head of the palace media team, Sadam Na’ando Yakasai, the condolence came when the Emir visited the trouble area at the weekend.

The first class monarch prayed to Almighty Allah to grant the deceased eternal rest and to give their families the strength and patience to bear the irreparable loss with courage.

Khalipha Sanusi used the medium to urge residents of the area to remain vigilant and security conscious advising them to promptly report any suspicious activity to security agencies for immediate action.

The Emir also called on the people of Shanono and the state at large to intensify efforts in organizing special prayers for the sustenance of peace, unity, and stability of the State and Nation as a whole.

In his remarks, the District Head of Shanono Dankadan Kano, Dr. Bashir Ibrahim Muhammad, thanked the Emir for the visit, describing it as a clear demonstration of the Emir’s concern for the lives and well-being of his people.

Dr Bashir also prayed to Almighty Allah to continue to guide the Emir in steering the affairs of his ruling endeavors.

On his part, the Shanao local government council chairman, Ahaji Barau Abubakar, restated the local government’s resolve to continue taking all the necessary measures to address the issues of insecurity.

He acknowledged the support of the Kano state government to end the menace.