KANO, Nigeria — The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has criticized the quality of political leadership in Nigeria, lamenting that the nation has endured decades of poor governance.
Speaking at a recent public engagement, Sanusi said Nigeria had not been fortunate to produce leaders capable of addressing its fundamental challenges. He noted that successive administrations had fallen short of expectations, leaving the country struggling with recurring crises in governance, economy, and social development.
According to him, Nigeria has for years been saddled with what he described as “lousy leadership,” a pattern he warned could continue to hinder progress if not urgently addressed.
The former Central Bank of Nigeria governor emphasized the need for leaders who demonstrate vision, discipline, and accountability, insisting that genuine development could only come through a shift in the quality of those in public office.
Sanusi’s comments come at a time when concerns about governance and leadership performance remain central to national discourse, with citizens increasingly demanding transparency, reform, and results-oriented policies from those in power.
