Why I Went Back To School To Study Law – Sanusi

Sixteenth Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has stated that he did not return to school to study for a law degree because of court matters, but rather to encourage others.

According to Sanusi, during the Hawan Nasarawa Durbar held at the Government House in Kano as part of the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations, education should take precedence over traditional titles.

He added that knowledge enhances leadership capacity and societal respect.

“My return to school is not because of court matters, but to encourage others.

“Those criticising my return to school should understand that education comes before kingship,” he said.

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.

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.”