August 26, (THEWILL) – The Senator Representing Bauchi North in the Senate, Abdul Ningi, says Northern Nigeria needs the knowledge and elderly advice of the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, to address its lingering challenges.
This was contained in a statement signed by the Chief of Staff to Emir Sanusi and the Danburam of Kano, Mannir Sunusi Bayero, and issued to newsmen in Kano State on Monday
According to the statement, Ningi made the remark while receiving Sanusi who was on a condolence visit at the Palace of the late Emir of Ningi, Alhaji Inusa Muhammad Danyaya, who passed on recently.
“Emir Sanusi is a beacon of hope and an epitome of knowledge that should be a rallying point if the Northern region is ready to address its problems.
“All Tribes and Ethnic Nationalities in Nigeria today are happy and full of thanks to the Emir for his contribution to the upliftment of the common man and his leadership style that is being carried out with knowledge and wisdom.
“We are full of praises and prayers to Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II for putting his people first before anything and also for his care and concern for the growth and development of Northern Nigeria. We have a leader in him that we will support to get it right,” he said.
The lawmaker said Northern Nigeria is currently in a serious quagmire that urgently needs the unity and cooperation of its citizens to address the challenges facing the region.
“This is not the time for blame games, we need everybody, regardless of tribe, religion or political affiliation. We must come together to salvage the region,” Ningi added.
Abdullahi Yusuf is a seasoned journalist, communicator and was previously the Deputy Editor-In-Chief and Zonal Manager, News Agency of Nigeria, NAN, Jos, where he retired on December 15, 2021
