The Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, has been appointed as the Chairman of the Advisory Board of a Canada-based organisation, 1Million Teachers Inc, in Nigeria.
According to a statement on Tuesday by the organisation’s Chief Executive Officer, Hakeem Subair, the traditional monarch was also appointed board member of the organisation’s parent body, 1 Million Teachers Canada.
The statement explained that 1 Million Teachers Inc. “provides access to high-quality teacher education to severely underserved communities around the world.”
Subair, expressed his excitement at Sanusi’s appointment.
“It is a morale booster for the team. 1 Million Teachers regularly seeks strong voices, to help us amplify our advocacy for access to equitable and inclusive education for all, especially women and girls, and to provide counsel to our team.
“It is, therefore, with great pleasure that we welcome His Highness, Muhammad Sanusi II, CON, Emir of Kano, as Chairman, Advisory Board of 1 Million Teachers.”
