President Bola Tinubu has expressed his deep sorrow over the passing of the Emir of Ningi in Bauchi State, Alhaji Yunusa Muhammadu Danyaya.
The Emir, who had just returned from a medical trip to Saudi Arabia, passed away in the early hours of Sunday, August 25, 2024, at the age of 88.
In a statement released by his spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu offered his condolences to the people of the Ningi Emirate and the Bauchi State Government. The President described the late Emir as “an illustrious leader who deployed the power and resources of his throne to serve his community.”
The President also prayed for the peaceful repose of the Emir’s soul and extended his sympathies to the Emir’s family and all those grieving his loss.
The Emir’s death was confirmed by the Secretary of the Palace, Usman Sule, who stated that the traditional ruler died in a hospital two days after returning from his medical trip.
The Bauchi State Government, through Mukhtar Gidado, the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to Governor Bala Mohammed, also expressed profound grief at the Emir’s passing.
Gidado said, “Under his leadership, the Emirate saw significant progress, and his dedication to upholding tradition, culture, and Islamic values was unwavering.”
Governor Bala Mohammed extended his deepest condolences to the Emir’s family, the Ningi Emirate Council, and the people of Bauchi State.
He added, “We mourn with you in this great loss and pray that Almighty Allah grants the departed soul eternal peace in Jannatul Firdaus. May Allah also grant his family, the people of Ningi, and all those affected by this loss the strength and fortitude to bear it.”
The funeral rites for the late Emir will be conducted today at 4:00 pm at the Ningi Emirate Palace, following Islamic traditions.
Alhaji Yunusa Muhammadu Danyaya had a distinguished career, beginning as a dispenser at Nasaru Dispensary and holding significant roles within the Ningi Emirate Council, the Nigerian Tobacco Company, and the Northern Nigeria Marketing Board.
He also served on important committees such as the National Constitutional Conference and the Vision 2010 Traditional Rulers Sub-committee.
His contributions to the country were recognized with the Officer of the Order of the Niger honor. Born in 1936, he was installed as the Emir of Ningi in 1978.
