In a recent legal twist, the Kano State Government, the Attorney General of Kano and the Kano Emirate Council filed an ex parte motion dated September 12, 2024. The suit seeks to compel Ado-Bayero to stop the transformation of the Nasarawa Mini Palace located along Kano State Avenue. While Alhaji Aminu Ado-Bayero is the sole respondent in the matter.
When the matter came up for hearing on the motion on notice, counsel for the plaintiffs, Habib Akilu, informed the court that the defendant was unrepresented and that the matter was ready for hearing. Akilu argued for the interlocutory application to restrain the defendant from rebuilding or altering the mini palace.
The presiding judge, the Chief Judge of Kano State, Justice Dije Abdu-Aboki, adjourned the matter until October 10 for delivery of judgment and mention of the merits of the case. Abdu-Aboki ordered that all documents be posted on the notice board of the court.
It would be recalled that the court had earlier on September 13 granted an interim injunction order restraining the defendant, his agents, servants or any person acting under his direction from demolishing, renovating or repairing the mini-palace. The latter was also ordered to refrain from rebuilding and restoring the property known as Gidan Sarki Nasarawa, located along Kano State Avenue, pending the hearing and determination of the motion.
In a context where architecture and cultural heritage are of paramount importance, this case highlights the need to protect and preserve historic sites. Maintaining the status quo regarding the structural and architectural design of the Palace demonstrates the parties’ desire to preserve the integrity of this historic symbol.
This case highlights the importance of preserving cultural and architectural heritage, while emphasizing the need for constructive dialogue and mutual cooperation to ensure the protection and safeguarding of our historical treasures.