Muhammad Sanusi II (Emir of Kano)

Muhammad Sanusi II is a prominent Nigerian leader and economist who became the Emir of Kano in 2014, a traditional and influential religious position in Nigeria's largest northern city. As Emir, he combines cultural, religious, and social influence, guiding local traditions and community development. Before his religious role, he was Nigeria’s Central Bank Governor, where he managed the country’s monetary policy and financial stability. Known for his intellectual rigor and advocacy for education and good governance, Sanusi is respected as a voice for progressive change within Nigeria’s traditional and modern institutions.