Thousands gather in Kano for Qadiriyya Maukibi festival
Thousands of followers of the Qadiriyya Islamic order from different parts of Nigeria and other countries have gathered in Kano for the 76th annual Maukibi, also known as the Waliyyai Festival. Maukibi is an annual religious procession organised by members of the Qadiriyya order in Kano. The event began at the Qadiriyya House in Kabara, […] Thousands gather in Kano for Qadiriyya Maukibi festival
Participants from Nigeria and beyond convened in Kano for the 76th annual Maukibi, also referred to as the Waliyyai Festival. This religious procession, organized by Qadiriyya order members, commenced at the Qadiriyya House in Kabara. The march then proceeded to the Wali Maigiginya Cemetery along Katsina Road, where a significant assembly took place.
Sheikh Qaribullahi Nasiru-Kabara, the leader of the Qadiriyya order in West Africa, presided over the procession. The Kano State Police Command announced the deployment of security measures to guarantee a seamless event. CSP Abdullahi Haruna-Kiyawa, the command's spokesperson, appealed to attendees and visitors to abide by the law and uphold Kano's reputation for hospitality.
He cautioned against disruptive behaviors, such as wielding weapons, dealing in illicit drugs, and other anti-social actions. Kiyawa emphasized the importance of maintaining peace and law-abiding conduct, especially considering the large influx of visitors from Nigeria and abroad. He also urged members of the public to promptly report any emergencies or suspicious activities to the police.
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