Rabiu Kwankwaso, the 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party, reaffirmed that Muhammadu Sanusi II is the legitimate emir of Kano. Speaking at Skyline University of Nigeria’s fourth convocation, Kwankwaso said any other claimants installed from outside the state lack legitimacy in the eyes of the people and the Kano government. He praised the university’s management for its commitment to quality education and congratulated the graduating class, noting that more than 60 percent of the graduates were female. Kwankwaso urged young men to take their studies seriously, warning that failure to do so could allow women to dominate key areas of national development.
The former governor also addressed the deteriorating security situation in Kano and other parts of the country, urging President Bola Tinubu to confront the problem directly. He expressed concern about terrorists infiltrating Kano through border communities and stressed that the government must prioritize the protection of lives and property. The security challenge, which began in Zamfara, has spread to neighboring states—including Sokoto, Kebbi, Kaduna, and now threatens Kano and Jigawa. Kwankwaso recalled his own efforts to improve security during his tenure as governor and called on the current administration to intensify measures to safeguard all Nigerians.
Muhammadu Sanusi II, who serves as chancellor of the university, addressed the graduates, urging them to uphold integrity, innovation, and service. He emphasized that the true value of education lies not in certificates but in the positive impact graduates make on society. Sanusi praised the university’s progress and expressed delight at the high number of female graduates, hoping this would lead to greater participation of women in governance and other sectors.
The convocation highlighted the intertwined importance of education and security for Nigeria’s development. As the country continues to face security challenges, leaders such as Kwankwaso and Sanusi are emphasizing the urgent need for action to protect lives and property, while the graduation of a new cohort—particularly the significant proportion of women—underscores the potential of education to drive positive change in Nigerian society.
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