Abbas Sanusi, the most senior councillor and oldest member of the Kano Emirate Council, has passed away at the age of 92.
The late prince, who held the prestigious title of Galadiman Kano, died on Tuesday in Kano after a prolonged illness.
A prominent figure in the Emirate, Sanusi had served on the Kano Emirate Council since the late 1950s. He was first appointed Sarkin Dawakin Tsakar Gida and District Head of Ungogo in 1959 by his father, Emir Sanusi I. His career saw steady progression:
- 1962 – Promoted to Dan Iyan Kano under Emir Muhammadu Inuwa.
- Later Years – Became Wambai of Kano under Emir Ado Bayero.
- During Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II’s first reign – Earned the esteemed title of Galadiman Kano.
Life and Legacy
Born in 1933 in Bichi, Abbas Sanusi began his education at Kofar Kudu Elementary School in 1944 before attending Kano Middle School (now Rumfa College) in 1948.
Among his children is Abdullahi Abbas, the current Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Kano Chapter.
His funeral prayer will be held at the Emir’s Palace, Kofar Kudu, Kano, at 10 AM on Wednesday.
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