Ahmad Muhammad Sani II

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Ahmad Muhammad Sani II (born in 12 December 1942) is the current and 16th Emir of Gumel in Jigawa State, Nigeria.^[1][2][3]

Early life and education

Sani II received his primary education at Gumel Primary School from 1948 to 1953. He then attended Hadejia Middle School from 1953 to 1956. For his secondary education, he went to Kano High School in Rumfa College, graduating in 1961.

Sani II studied at the Institute of Administration in

His political career was unexpectedly cut short when his father, the reigning Emir of Gumel, passed away on December 13, 1980. On December 16, 1980, the young Ahmad Muhammad Sani was selected to succeed his late father, assuming the role of Emir of Gumel.^[7]

Reign as Emir

When Alhaji Ahmed Mohammed Sani II ascended to the position of Emir, he ushered in a transformative era within the palace. He balanced the implementation of modern operational standards with the preservation of esteemed traditions. His open-door policy marked a significant departure from the past, inviting subjects to engage directly with their leader. This fostered an intimate bond between the monarchy and its citizens.^[5]

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