Emir of Kano and former Governor of Central Bank of Nigeria, Muhammadu Sanusi ll, believes Nigeria cannot split, even as he urged those agitating for the country’s division to think again.
The Emir, very outspoken, made this known on Monday when he received the newly installed Garkuwan Hausawa in Ogun, Otunba Rotimi Paseda, in his palace.
In the reckoning of Emir Sanusi, when Nigerians respect each other, irrespective of their tribes, religion and cultural differences, the country will remain one. And they, traditional rulers, have significant roles to play in this regard.
“This is what we, the traditional rulers are promoting among our subjects. So, we should ignore our difference and help in building one country.”
Sanusi urged Hausa community in other parts of the country to respect the culture, tradition and norms of their host communities for peaceful co-existence.
He said, “You should be good ambassadors of the north and ensure that you leave in peace and harmony with your host communities. Nigeria will remain one and indivisible country and Nigerians will continue to be one family.
“I was delighted when I learnt of your goodwill to Hausa people in Ogun state. I am not surprise of the good testimonies I hear about you taking cognizance of the fact that you are from a ruling house.
“Oba Awujale of Ijebu Land is my personal friend. We have enjoyed a long-standing relationship; and I feel happy for the role you are playing as the Garkuwan Hausawa to ensure cordial relationship between my people and the Yorubas.”
