The 16th Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, has finalized arrangements to turban his first son as the Ciroman of Kano, a title traditionally associated with the crown prince or heir apparent of the emirate.
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The title of Ciroman is deeply rooted in the Kano Emirate’s cultural and political landscape, symbolizing a direct lineage to the throne. It also involves the responsibility of managing certain districts. The Emir’s father, Ambassador Aminu Sanusi, held the title until his death in the 1990s.
The previous titleholder, Alhaji Nasiru Ado Bayero, served as Ciroman until he was appointed Emir of Bichi in 2020. He was removed from the throne after four years.
Sanusi’s son, who is a serving police officer with the rank of Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), will be turbaned alongside nine others on Friday, November 25, 2024.
Among those to be honored are Mahmud Aminu Yusufu, who will assume the title of Mai Unguwar Mundubawa; Dr. Abubakar Sanusi Usman Shehu II as Dan Galadiman Kano; and Alhaji Abubakar Aminu Sanusi (Wambai), who will serve as Dan Madami.
Other honorees include Architect Ali Muktar, Sa’in Kano; Sarki Yusuf Bayero ‘Yan Daka; Abdullahi Idris Bayero, Fagacin Kano; Ado Abdullahi Aminu, Kaigaman Kano; Idris Sanusi, Sarkin Sullubawa; Mansur Isa Bayero, Sarkin Kudu; and Abdullahi Sarki Mohammed, Sarkin Yamma.
El-Rufai praises reinstatement of Emir Sanusi
Daily News 24 reported how the former Kaduna State Governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, expressed profound gratitude for the reinstatement of the 16th Emir of Kano, Malam Muhammadu Sanusi.
El-Rufai described the occasion as “one of the most important events in my life,” emphasizing its personal significance.
He made the remarks during the Arewa Tech Fest, an event that brought together political and technology leaders to discuss progress in Northern Nigeria.
The festival was attended by prominent figures, including the governors of Kano, Katsina, and Zamfara states.
“The reinstatement of his highness is one of the most important events in my life, and I want to congratulate you once again,” El-Rufai said.
