The Kano State government has demanded compensation from the Federal Government for cancelling the Durbar celebrations for two consecutive years, citing significant financial losses.
The Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Alhaji Tajo Uthman, made the demand when the Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, paid a Sallah homage to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf at the Government House.
According to Uthman, the suspension of the annual cultural event has deprived the state of substantial revenue generated from local and international tourists.
The Durbar festival, recognised by UNESCO as a heritage event, typically attracts visitors from across the country and abroad, bolstering the state’s economy, the commissioner noted.
Uthman emphasised that the economic impact of the cancellation has been substantial enough to affect the state’s annual budget.
Uthman stressed that the federal government must take responsibility for the economic impact of the cancellations and compensate the state accordingly.
“The federal government must take responsibility for the economic impact of the cancellations and compensate the state accordingly,” he said.
He also called for the immediate resumption of Durbar celebrations in the state, describing the cancellations as regrettable and demanding reparation for the losses incurred.
