Emir of Kano escapes assassination

The Emir of Kano, Alhaji Ado Bayero this afternoon (Saturday) survived an assassination attempt by unknown gunmen on his convoy at Masalaci Murtala in Kano metropolis.
The Emir was returning from a religious function at a mosque when the assailants struck, as the attackers exploited the traditional firing of dane guns by his royal guards, which heralded his exit, to strike.
According to sources, “what followed was sporadic shots which triggered pandemonium as the crowd that had converged to bid the Emir farewell scampered for safety.
Initial reports say the Emir`s eldest son was injured in teh attaack while the emir`s driver and some security personnel were killed.

No one or group has claimed responsibility for the attack, which has become a regular ocurrence in Kano State.