Emir Of Gusau, Ibrahim Bello Is Dead

The Emir of Gusau, Ibrahim Bello has died at the age of 71 on Friday morning in Abuja after battling a long-term illness.

In a statement released on Friday, Sulaiman Bala Idris, the media aide to Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal, described the emir’s death as a deeply personal loss.

Governor Lawal praised the late traditional ruler for his unwavering support and efforts towards the progress of the state.

The statement reads, “I received with deep sadness the news of the passing of our father, His Royal Highness, Dr Ibrahim Bello, the Emir of Gusau.

“I express my heartfelt condolences to the Zamfara state council of chiefs, the immediate and extended families of the late emir, Gusau emirate, and the entire people of Zamfara state.

“His highness’s passing is a huge loss for the people of Zamfara state, as well as for the north and Nigeria as a whole.

“The late royal father dedicated 10 years to serving the people after becoming the 15th Emir of Gusau on 16 March 2015. He led with commitment, dedication and a strong sense of faith.

“The late emir was an accomplished civil servant who rose to the position of permanent secretary during his service in old Sokoto and Zamfara states.

“I have lost a confidant and a father whose wisdom guided me and other state leaders. May the Almighty Allah forgive his shortcomings and grant him Aljannah.”

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