Sanusi is the only Recognised Emir of Kano Says Kwankwaso

By Samuel Solomon

The former Governor of Kano State, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has reiterated that Muhammadu Sanusi II remains the recognised emir of Kano.

Speaking on Saturday during the fourth convocation ceremony of Skyline University of Nigeria (SUN) in Kano, Kwankwaso stated that any other claimant installed from outside the state lacks legitimacy in the eyes of the people and the government of Kano.

Kwankwaso, the 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), commended the university’s management for sustaining its commitment to quality education and congratulated the graduating class, noting that more than 60 percent of the graduates were female.

On the ongoing emirship dispute in Kano, Kwankwaso said: “Muhammadu Sanusi II is the only emir in Kano who has been recognised by the people and the government of Kano State.”

Turning to security issues, the former governor raised alarm over attacks by armed groups operating from Katsina and targeting border communities such as Tsanyawa, Shanono, Gwarzo, and Karaye.

He called on the Federal Government to take urgent steps to contain the threat.

“If government cannot protect lives and properties within the borders of a country, then that government must sit down and think again,” he said, noting that the security challenge, which began in Zamfara, has spread across Sokoto, Kebbi, Kaduna, and now threatens Kano and Jigawa.

Kwankwaso recalled committing significant resources to security during his tenure and urged the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intensify efforts to secure all Nigerians.