The Emir of Zuru, Alhaji Muhammad Sani Sami Goma II, has died.
The prominent traditional ruler from Kebbi State passed away on Saturday night in a London hospital after a brief illness.
His death was confirmed by the Kebbi State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Abubakar Dustin Mari, who described the late emir as “a courageous traditional ruler.”
In a statement, the commissioner expressed deep sorrow over the loss, noting that the monarch is survived by four wives and seven children.
“We regret to announce the passing of Emir of Zuru, he was a courageous traditional ruler,” the statement read.
The Kebbi State Government has extended its condolences to the Emir’s family, the Zuru Emirate, and the people of Kebbi State. Prayers were also offered for Allah to grant the bereaved family the strength to bear the loss.
According to the commissioner, details regarding the burial arrangements will be communicated to the public in due course as the state mourns the revered leader.
