Governor Yusuf mourns Emir of Gumel’s death

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of the Emir of Gumel, Alhaji Dr. Ahmed Muhammad Sani II, describing his demise as a great loss to Jigawa State, the traditional institution and the people of the emirate.

This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Thursday.

Governor Yusuf extended his heartfelt condolences to Governor Umar Namadi, the Government and people of Jigawa State, the Emirate Council, members of the late Emir’s family and the people of Gumel Emirate over the painful loss.

He described the late Emir as a respected traditional ruler who devoted his life to the peace, unity and development of his people.

The governor prayed Almighty Allah to forgive the shortcomings of the deceased, grant him Aljannatul Firdaus and give his family and the people of Gumel the strength to bear the loss.

Governor Yusuf also urged the people of Jigawa State to take solace in the legacy of service and leadership left behind by the late Emir.

Emir of Gombe Dr. Abubakar, Assures Continued Support for Sponsors, Organisers of Sports activities in the Emirate

The Emir of Gombe, H.R.H Alhaji Dr. Abubakar Shehu Abubakar has applauded the sponsor of Gombe state maiden edition of inter secondary schools athletics and Principal cup competition, Hon. Ahmad Shuaibu Gara Gombe.

His Royal Highness Abubakar Shehu Abubakar made the commendation at the closing ceremony of the 5-day championship held at Pantami stadium.

The emir who was represented by Dan Adalan Gombe, Alhaji Muhammad Baba Mabani said that the championship will go along ways especially in recruiting the hidden talented athletes and at the same time improve their skills for future national and international engagements.

"We really appreciate Hon. Gara's commitment and determination in moving the state forward as far as sports was concerned in the state,'' the Emir explained.

He however said, that the Emirate council will continue to support such kind of programme aimed at motivating Hon. Gara to do more for the community and the state in general.

While congratulating the winners for making their schools proud, he urged the losers to redouble efforts in the subsequent edition of the championships.

The Emir was later awarded a lifetime patron of the competition by the organiser of the competition Hon. Gara Gombe which was the highlight of the closing ceremony