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Temidayo Taiwo-Sidiq March 9, 2020

“The incompatibility of the crown and conscience” | Our top 20 reactions to Emir Sanusi’s dethronement

The long-drawn battle between the Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, and Governor Abdullahi Ganduje came to a climax Monday, following the dethronement of the monarch by the Kano State…

Temidayo Taiwo-Sidiq June 26, 2019

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Omoleye Omoruyi September 12, 2017

When I speak in Kaduna, I get into trouble – Emir Sanusi

The Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II Tuesday, at the commissioning of Olam International’s feed mill poultry says he gets into trouble whenever he delivers a speech in Kaduna. He said,…

Tolu June 24, 2017

[The Legislative Blog]: We’re rolling our eyes at Hon Jibrin’s Saturday morning ass-kissing

It was the type of moment where you'd tell your mate or acquaintance "Oga, post and go" but if you've followed suspended lawmaker Hon Abdulmumin Jibrin on Twitter since he…

Azeez June 15, 2017

Emir of Kano holds meeting with Osinbajo

The Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II on Thursday met with Acting President Yemi Osinbajo behind closed doors at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. According to reports, Sanusi arrived the presidential…

Editor June 10, 2017

Groundnut Economy: What is Ango Abdullahi talking about?

by Alexander O. Onukwue The Government College Umuahia, the buildings that came to be after the Ajayi Crowther structures in Badagry and the refineries, all were developed with money…

Omoleye Omoruyi May 11, 2017

Kano Assembly reveals why Emir of Kano is under investigation

by Omoleye Omoruyi The Speaker, Kano State House of Assembly, Alhassan Rirum, has explained that the investigation of the Emir of Kano, Mohammed Sanusi II, is un-connnected with a similar…

Oludolapo Adelana May 2, 2017

Emir Sanusi releases his April salary payslip

by Dolapo Adelana Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II has made details of his salary for April, 2017 public. Sanusi disclosed this early Tuesday via his verified Instagram account with…

Oludolapo Adelana April 25, 2017

Emir Sanusi spent N37m on phone calls in 3 years – Emirate Council

by Dolapo Adelana The Kano Emirate Council has said the Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi, spent N37 million on telephone calls in three years while two bullet-proof cars were…

Azeez April 14, 2017

If you have to die, please die standing – Emir Sanusi

by Azeez Adeniyi Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II has said he would continue to speak the truth despite barrage of criticisms directed at him. Sanusi said this on Friday…

Oludolapo Adelana March 7, 2017

I will not leave my throne to run for office – Emir Sanusi

by Dolapo Adelana The Emir of Kano, HRH Muhammadu Sanusi II has said he will not leave his throne to run for political office. Sanusi said this on Monday while…

Oludolapo Adelana February 9, 2017

How to end Southern Kaduna crisis – Emir Sanusi

Emir of Kano, HRH Sanusi Lamido Sanusi on Wednesday said bringing an end to the crisis in Southern Kaduna will only happen when perpetrators of the crimes are brought to…

Azeez February 8, 2017

BREAKING: Emir Sanusi, Osinbajo in closed door meeting

The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi is currently in a closed door meeting with Acting President Yemi Osinbajo at the Presidential Villa. The personal assistant to President Muhammadu Buhari on…

Azeez December 30, 2016

Emir Muhammadu Sanusi celebrates wedding anniversary with his wife (PHOTOS)

Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II is celebrating his 25th wedding anniversary with his wife today. See photos below;

Azeez October 19, 2016

Sanusi denies attacking Katsina Emir over alleged forceful teenage marriage

Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II on Wednesday denied reports that he attacked Katsina emir, Abdulmumini Usman Dikko, over the alleged abduction and forceful marriage of a 14-year-old girl, Habiba Isa. In…

Isime Esene October 9, 2016

Guess who’s got Emir Sanusi Lamido’s support to win tonight’s US presidential debate

Ahead of the United States presidential debate taking place early on Monday morning, it appears the Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi has made his choice - he stands with Hillary Clinton.…

Tolu September 12, 2016

Emir Sanusi is talking and talking but is he making any sense?

When the Emir of Kano, Emir Sanusi Lamido Sanusi shared an Instagram post with a caption: "Truth is coming, and it cannot be stopped", not many could have guessed what he…

Oludolapo Adelana September 6, 2016

Nigeria better off with Lagos than with Niger Delta – Sanusi Lamido

Emir of Kano HRH Sanusi Lamido Sanusi has said Nigeria is better off with Lagos than with the Niger Delta. The Emir made the remark on his Instagram page, @sanusilamidosanusi…

Isime Esene August 25, 2016

Emir Sanusi is as stern as they come – 12 reasons we’re totally feeling his vibe

by Tolu Omoyeni The Emir of Kano and former Central Bank governor, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi is resolute in his opinions on how the country should be run. When he speaks…

Isime Esene August 25, 2016

5 Sanusi Lamido Sanusi quotes to help us focus on the real issues

by Roqeebah Olaoniye Emir of Kano and former Central Bank Governor, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, yesterday distinguished himself from the bunch. Yet again. We gave you The Thread HERE. However you…

Oludolapo Adelana August 24, 2016

Buhari’s government will end like Jonathan’s if… – Sanusi Lamido

The Emir of Kano, Alhaji Sanusi Lamido Sanusi has blamed the inability of past administrations to diversify the economic for Nigeria's current economic recession. Sanusi made the remark on Wednesday while…

Kolapo Olapoju March 20, 2016

We eat our hides and skin, yet import leather shoes – Emir of Kano

The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, says Nigeria must stop the practice of importing products that it has and can produce. Sanusi said the current economic crisis caused by…

Kolapo Olapoju March 10, 2016

‘Nigeria doesn’t need 36 governors, 36 ministers…’ – Emir of Kano

Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has advised the country's leaders to embrace 'basic common sense' and reduce the astronomical cost of governance. The former Central Bank Governor said the…

Adebayo Emuleomo February 2, 2016

Emir of Kano sacks Governor Ganduje’s brother as Village Head

The Kano Emirate Council has sacked the Village Head of Ganduje, Sani Umar Ganduje, who's the younger brother of the Kano state governor, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje. The council on Monday, announced the…

Kolapo Olapoju December 19, 2015

I’m not a card bearing member of any political party – Emir of Kano

The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, says he has no political affiliation nor doeshe belong to any political party. The monarch on Friday, described himself as a radical Emir,…

Kolapo Olapoju December 7, 2015

Emir of Kano has ‘possibly lost his mind’ – Fani-Kayode

Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, says the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, is possibly out of his mind, owing to his recent comments about the last administration. The Emir…

Kolapo Olapoju November 15, 2015

Emir of Kano to Diezani: “It’s nothing personal… it’s our nation’s money”

The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has reacted to the recent comments made by former Minister of Petroleum, Diezani Alison-Madueke, over the alleged disappearance of $20 billion under ex-President Goodluck Jonathan.…