Renowned human rights lawyer Barrister Abba Hikima has advised the Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, not to stop advising the federal government simply because they are no longer friends. Hikima made this statement on his verified Facebook page, emphasizing the importance of the Emir’s role in providing guidance on economic matters.
“You shouldn’t stop advising the federal government just because you stop being friends,” Hikima stated. He highlighted that Emir Sanusi firmly believes Nigeria’s current economic woes are both “predictable” and “avoidable,” and recognizes that the federal government lacks credible experts to offer viable economic solutions that could bring relief to Nigerians.
Hikima expressed concern that Emir Sanusi chose to forgo his moral responsibility and remained silent due to the strained relationship with the federal government. “Emir Sanusi, who firmly believes that Nigeria’s current economic woes are both ‘predictable’ and ‘avoidable,’ and who recognizes that the federal government lacks credible experts to offer viable economic solutions that could bring succor to Nigerians, chose to forgo his moral responsibility and kept mum, simply because the federal government stopped being friends with him?” Hikima questioned.
The lawyer’s remarks come amid ongoing discussions about the role of traditional leaders in advising the government on critical issues affecting the nation. Hikima urged Emir Sanusi to rise above personal differences and continue to provide valuable insights for the betterment of the country.
