Kano, Nigeria, March 28, 2025 (AFP) - Nigerian police ban Kano Eid parade as rival emirs dispute throne

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2025-03-28

For the second time in a row, police have banned the colourful Durbar festivities that mark Eid celebrations in Kano, northern Nigeria's largest city, as two traditional royals struggle for the throne. Authorities on Friday announced the suspension of the massive horse procession by the traditional emir and his courtiers that celebrates Eid al-Fitr, when Muslims end their Ramadan fasting. The Durbar -- also held each Eid al-Adha, linked to the Ha......

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