The Emir of Daura, Alhaji Faruq Umar Faruq, has officially dethroned Iliya Mantau, the Village Head of Mantau in Yarmaulu, Baure Local Government Area of Katsina State, following serious allegations of his involvement in the kidnapping and rape of a woman.

The decision came after youth protests erupted in response to complaints from residents of Yarmaulu. Protesters accused the now-dethroned village head of directly participating in the abduction of a married woman named Zulaihatu and her infant child. According to the allegations, the woman was reportedly raped after a ransom had been paid for her release.

While announcing the removal, the Emir of Daura emphasized that the emirate would not tolerate any form of abuse against its citizens. He assured the public that the emirate's doors remain open to all who wish to report injustices or file complaints.

"If anyone feels wronged, even if it is my own child who is responsible, they should come forward and present their complaint to the emirate. This is an emirate of the people," the emir stated.

The emir further revealed that this was not the first time the emirate had taken such action against traditional leaders. He recalled that the emirate had previously removed an appointed traditional leader and mentioned that Sarki Abdurrahman once ordered the imprisonment of his own son for wrongdoing, demonstrating the emirate's commitment to justice regardless of status.

Effective from Monday, Iliya Mantau has ceased to be the Village Head of Mantau. The emir assured that a new representative would be appointed to ensure leadership based on justice and integrity in the community.

In his closing remarks, the emir warned the public against spreading unfounded rumors and encouraged residents to continue abiding by the law. He advised citizens to channel their grievances through appropriate legal avenues to maintain order and justice within the emirate.