Monday, March, 23 2026 The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has said that kingship without education is worthless.
The monarch made the remarks during the Hawan Nasarawa
Durbar held at the Government House in Kano as part of the Eid-el-Fitr
celebrations.
Addressing the recent public reactions to his return to
academic pursuits, the monarch clarified that his decision was not influenced
by ongoing legal issues.
"My return to school is not because of court matters,
but to encourage others,” he said.
He stressed that education should take precedence over
traditional titles, noting that knowledge enhances leadership capacity and
societal respect.
"Those criticizing my return to school should
understand that education comes before kingship,” he added.
He further underscored the value of education in traditional
institutions, saying, “A king who acquires education attains greater dignity,
but a king without education—his entire kingship is worthless."
He also commended the Kano State Government for the
recognition and honour accorded to the emirate.
"We appreciate the honour and recognition being given
to us by the Kano State Government,” the emir said.
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