Politics of Kano: Random musings, by Engr. Bello Gwarzo Abdullahi, FNSE For decades, Kano has occupied a unique and influential position within West Africa’s socio-cultural, economic, political, and religious landscape. From its highly organised pre-colonial Emirate system to its emergence as a major provincial centre during the colonial era, the ancient city has remained a powerful symbol of Islamic scholarship, commerce, and political relevance. Even today, Kano continues to stand at the centre of Nigeria’s democratic politics, commanding one of the country’s largest and most politically conscious voting populations. Judging by...