Governor Dauda Lawal on Tuesday expressed deep sorrow over the demise of Sarkin Zamfaran Zurmi, Bello Sulaiman.

This was disclosed in a statement by Suleiman Idris, the governor’s spokesperson.

The emir died after spending five years on the throne.

The traditional ruler died on Monday afternoon at the Federal Medical Centre, Gusau, the state capital of Zamfara, according to a statement from the Emirate.

Mr Suleiman became Emir in 2021, succeeding his uncle, Abubakar Atiku, who the state government removed that year and formally deposed in April 2022.

In his message, Mr Lawal described the emir’s passing as a profound loss to his family, the Zurmi Emirate, the traditional institution, and the people of Zamfara.

“I am deeply saddened by the passing of His Royal Highness, Alhaji Bello Sulaiman, Sarkin Zamfaran Zurmi. His death is a great loss to Zamfara. He will be remembered for his service to his people, his contributions to the traditional institution, and his commitment to the peace and progress of our state.

“On behalf of the government and good people of Zamfara, I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family, the Zurmi Emirate Council, and the entire people of Zurmi Emirate. I pray that Almighty Allah forgives his shortcomings, rewards his good deeds, grants him Aljannah Firdaus, and gives his family and the people of Zurmi the strength and fortitude to bear this irreparable loss,” stated Mr Lawal.

(NAN)