The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has said his enrolment in a Law programme at Northwest University, Kano, is the realisation of a long-held ambition to study the discipline, which he believes is essential to social order and justice.
The monarch spoke after participating in lectures at the state-owned institution on Thursday, saying that although he holds several academic qualifications, including a doctorate, his interest in law had remained unresolved for decades.
Sanusi revealed that the programme is his third undergraduate degree, having earlier studied Economics at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, before proceeding to other fields of study in later years.
According to him, the classroom has always been his comfort zone, adding that law influences nearly every aspect of daily life, from family relations and commercial agreements to public conduct and governance.
The Emir dismissed claims that his decision was connected to previous court cases, stressing that his choice was based on intellectual curiosity rather than personal circumstances.
He explained that law provides the structure that prevents society from descending into disorder, noting that where legal frameworks collapse, the vulnerable often bear the consequences.
On his choice of Northwest University, Sanusi said the institution offered him admission and, as a state-owned university, deserved encouragement, adding that Nigerian lecturers were as qualified as their counterparts abroad.
He also argued that studying Nigerian law within the country was more practical than acquiring foreign legal education that may not align with local realities.
Speaking on how he combines academic work with traditional responsibilities, the Emir said he attends lectures mid-week while dedicating other days to palace duties, with virtual classes serving as alternatives when physical attendance is not possible.
Sanusi described his classroom experience as refreshing, praising the discipline and commitment of the students, and urging Nigerians, young and old, to embrace continuous learning.
He further appealed to governments and private investors to prioritise education by improving infrastructure, technology, electricity and staff welfare, describing human capital development as critical to national progress.