Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, has suspended Usman Musa Muhammad, the village head of Goron-Maje in Dambatta LGA of the state over alleged rape of a 14-year old girl.
Announcing the suspension on Wednesday evening, the Galadiman Kano, Alhaji Abbas Sanusi, said the village head was suspended to ensure proper investigation into the matter.
He added that the emirate council had set up a committee to investigate the matter and report back to the palace.
He also said the committee comprises representatives of the palace and officials of the State Hisbah Board.
The Galadima warned other traditional title holders in the state against anything capable of tarnishing their integrity and the image of the emirate, saying that Kano State Emirate Council will not tolerate any untoward behaviour from any of its members.
“The Kano Emirate Council will not condone any act of immorality by its representatives, hence, will not spare any traditional ruler found wanting in such acts”, he said.
The 14-year-old victim had accused the village head of having carnal knowledge of her severally, stating that he threatened to kill her if she told anyone about their relationship.
The Commander-General of the Hisbah Board, Sheikh Aminu Ibrahim Daurawa, said the board would invite the village head for questioning.