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Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II says studying Law fulfils a lifelong academic ambition
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Kano monarch dismisses claims linking enrolment to past court cases
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Sanusi says lifelong learning is key to building a just and stable society
The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has explained that his decision to study Law at the Northwest University, Kano, is the fulfilment of a lifelong dream and not connected to any legal challenges.
Sanusi spoke on Thursday after attending lectures at the university, where he recently enrolled for a Bachelor’s degree in Law.
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The monarch said that despite holding advanced academic qualifications, including a PhD, he had always desired to formally study Law, which he described as fundamental to social order and justice.
According to him, the programme marks his third bachelor’s degree, having earlier studied Economics at Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, before pursuing other academic programmes.
“I have always said that the classroom is my default. I am happiest when I am studying or teaching. This is a subject I have always wanted to do,” Sanusi said.
He described Law as central to everyday life, noting that it governs family relations, contracts, property, succession and even road use.
“Law is the safeguard for a decent and stable society. Without law and order, the strong will do what they want and the weak will suffer,” he added.
The Emir dismissed speculation that his decision to study Law was influenced by previous court cases, insisting that his interest in the discipline is purely intellectual.
“It helps to understand the law, but beyond that, it is a field that holds society together,” he said.
Explaining his choice of Northwest University, Sanusi said the institution offered him admission and, being owned by Kano State, deserved his support.
He also defended the quality of local universities and lecturers, saying Nigerian academics are as qualified as their counterparts abroad.
“If you want to study law and practise in Nigeria, it makes sense to study Nigerian law. What is the point of studying British law if you are not going to live there?” he asked.
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On balancing academic work with royal responsibilities, the Emir said he attends lectures in the mornings and performs his traditional duties later in the day.
“I am a student in the morning and an Emir in the afternoon. I attend classes on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. When I cannot attend physically, I join virtually,” he said.
Sanusi said he was impressed by the discipline and seriousness of students, adding that the learning environment has improved compared to his early school days.
He urged Nigerians, young and old, to embrace lifelong learning, stressing that education improves both individual capacity and citizenship.
“Nobody is too young or too old to go to school. The more education you have, the better citizen you become,” he said.
The Emir also called on governments and the private sector to invest more in education, particularly in infrastructure, technology, power supply and staff welfare.
“Our human capital is our greatest resource. Producing quality professionals who will shape our institutions is critical for the future of our society,” he said.