Python Domestication: Emir of Kano Berates Former Accountant General of Nigeria for Endangering Community
'You would be held accountable if any resident is harmed as a result of the escaped python or other wild animals reportedly kept in your home"
By: Olufemi Orunsola
The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi, berated the former Accountant General of the Federation, Alhaji Ahmad Idris, for endangering the lives of people in the community following growing public concern over the escape of a large python from the private residence of the former public officer in Daneji, a densely populated area in Kano Municipal Local Government Area.
OPEN TELEVISION NAIJA (OTN) News reports that the Northern traditional leader's caution came following complaints by concerned residents about the dangerous reptile, which allegedly went missing from the premises of the former AGF on last weekend.
Emir Sanusi made it clear that Idris would be held accountable if any resident is harmed as a result of the escaped python or other wild animals reportedly kept in his home.
In the Emir's words, “This matter is not to be taken lightly. People’s lives are at stake,” the Emir caution, demanding the need for immediate action.
OTN News further reports as gathered that the palpable fear of being harmed by the escaped wild animal has since gripped the Daneji community as the python remains unaccounted for several days after its escape with many people avoiding outdoor activities, especially for their children.
Although a resident of the community, revealed that the situation has created serious anxiety among locals, stating that all other animals in Idris’ residence were evacuated earlier this week, people still struggle to sleep at night due to fears that the reptile could be hiding nearby.
Residents have appealed to authorities to intervene quickly, warning that the situation could turn tragic if left unchecked.
In response, the Kano State Police Command has opened an investigation into why such dangerous animals were being housed in a residential neighborhood.
Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, confirmed that Idris was summoned for questioning regarding the keeping of wild pets such as crocodiles and pythons in a populated area. According to the commissioner, Idris has agreed to hand over the animals to the Kano Zoological Garden, though investigations are still ongoing to confirm whether the python has harmed anyone or if all animals have indeed been accounted for.
The police have also deployed an intelligence team to the state zoological authorities to verify compliance and ensure that public safety is not further compromised.
Ahmad Idris, who previously served as Accountant General under the Buhari administration, is also facing corruption charges involving the alleged embezzlement of over ₦109 billion—a case that has kept him in the national spotlight.
The python incident has reignited public debate over private ownership of wild animals in urban areas, with residents now demanding stricter regulations and quicker intervention by the authorities to avert potential danger.
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