The Emir of Gusau, Alhaji Ibrahim Bello, has died at the age of 71 after a prolonged illness. He passed away on Friday in Abuja.
The death of the traditional ruler was confirmed by Sulaiman Idris, spokesperson to Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal.
In a statement mourning the monarch, Governor Lawal described the late Emir as a committed leader who contributed immensely to the peace and development of Zamfara State.
“I received with deep sadness the news of the passing of our father, His Royal Highness, Dr. Ibrahim Bello, the Emir of Gusau… I have lost a confidant and a father whose wisdom guides me and other state leaders. May the Almighty Allah (SWT) forgive his shortcomings and grant him Aljannah,” the governor stated.
Bello was appointed the 16th Emir of Gusau in March 2015 following the death of his father. He ruled for over a decade, during which he played a pivotal role in the socio-cultural affairs of the state.
