The Court of Appeal in Abuja has ordered a fresh hearing in the Kano Emirate dispute involving Ado Bayero, ruling that the initial judgment was a nullity due to Bayero being denied a fair hearing.
The appellate court held that the Kano High Court unfairly conducted proceedings against Bayero without serving him a hearing notice, thereby breaching his rights to a fair hearing.
Justice Mohammed Mustapha emphasized that all courts must ensure justice for all parties by providing equal opportunities, and deemed the conduct of the proceedings against Bayero a travesty of justice.
As a result, the Court of Appeal has remitted the case to the Chief Judge of the Kano State High Court for reassignment to another judge, ensuring an expeditious determination.
