Hameem Nuhu Sanusi
| Muhammad Hamim Nuhu Sanusi | |
|---|---|
| Emir of Dutse | |
| Reign | 5 February 2023 – present |
| Predecessor | Nuhu Muhammadu Sanusi |
| Born | 26 February 1979 Kano, Nigeria |
| Father | Nuhu Muhammadu Sanusi |
| Religion | Islam |
Muhammad Hamim Nuhu Sanusi (also spelled Hameem or Hameen; born 26 February 1979), CFR, is a Nigerian traditional ruler who has been the Emir of Dutse (the capital of Jigawa State) since 5 February 2023. He succeeded his father, Nuhu Muhammadu Sanusi, the previous Emir, who died on 31 January 2023.[1][2][3]
Early life and education
Sanusi was born on 26 February 1979 and spent his early years in Kano State. He relocated to Jigawa State in 1995 after his father became Emir of Dutse. He attended Kano Capital School and Airforce Primary School for his primary education, then Crescent International School and Federal Government College Kano for secondary education. He later studied in Malaysia, obtaining bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Monash University (Sunway Campus). He completed his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) at the National Assembly in Abuja in 2006.[4][1]
Before becoming Emir he held the traditional title of Dan Iyan Dutse.
Career
Prior to his accession, Sanusi worked in the private sector. He served as Head of Business Development at Bilyak Consulting (2007–2011), Head of the Northern Region at SMD Consulting (2011–2016), and Managing Director of HMS Energy Limited.[1]
Reign
Following the death of his father on 31 January 2023, the Dutse Emirate kingmakers selected Sanusi as the new Emir. Governor Muhammad Badaru Abubakar of Jigawa State approved the appointment on 5 February 2023. He was formally presented with the staff of office later that year.[1][5]
He was awarded the national honour of Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic (CFR) in 2023.
Early life and education
Muhammad Hameem Nuhu Sunusi's educational journey began in Kano, where he attended Kano Capital School and later Airforce Primary School for his nursery and primary education. He continued his secondary education at Crescent International and later graduated from Federal Government College Kano. Following his basic education, he pursued higher studies abroad, earning both a first degree and a master's degree from a Malaysian university. In 2006, he completed the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) at the National Assembly in Abuja upon returning to Nigeria.[6] He held the title Dan Iyan Dutse before he became Emir in 2023. He was awarded the National honor Commander of the Federal Republic (CFR) on 28 May 2023 by President Muhammadu Buhari.
Career
Muhammad Hameem Nuhu Sunusi embarked on an entrepreneurial career initially but later transitioned into the field of engineering, a passion he had held for a long time. He Was the Head of business development at Bilyak Consulting from 2007 to 2011. He also worked with SMD Consulting from 2011 to 2016 as Head of the Northern Region before he finally became the managing director of HMS Energies Limited.
References
- 1 2 3 4 "Jigawa Governor names new Emir of Dutse". Daily Trust. 5 February 2023. Retrieved 26 July 2026.
- ↑ "JUST IN: Gov Badaru names new Emir of Dutse". The Punch. 5 February 2023. Retrieved 26 July 2026.
- ↑ "Muhammad Hameem named new Emir of Dutse". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. 6 February 2023. Retrieved 26 July 2026.
- ↑ "Why I accepted to succeed my father – Emir of Dutse". Daily Trust. 4 March 2023. Retrieved 26 July 2026.
- ↑ "Badaru presents staff to new Emir of Dutse". Daily Trust. Retrieved 26 July 2026.
- ↑ "HM, Dr. Muhammad Nuhu Sanusi, Emir of Dutse". Naturenews.africa. Archived from the original on 7 October 2023. Retrieved 14 October 2023.