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Tinubu mourns Emir of Zurmi

From The Punch · () English

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  • President Bola Tinubu mourned the death of Alhaji Bello Sulaiman, the Emir of Zurmi, who died five years after ascending the throne.
  • Tinubu extended condolences to Sulaimanโ€™s family, the Zurmi Emirate Council, Zamfara State and Nigeriaโ€™s traditional institutions.
  • The president praised the emirโ€™s leadership during security challenges and his efforts to promote peace, unity and resilience.

President Bola Tinubu has mourned the death of Alhaji Bello Sulaiman, the Emir of Zurmi, who died on Monday, five years after ascending the throne.

In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu offered condolences to the late monarchโ€™s family, the Zurmi Emirate Council, the Zamfara State Government and people, and traditional institutions across Nigeria.

The president described Sulaiman as a respected ruler who led with wisdom, dignity and commitment during a difficult period. He said the emir showed courage while guiding the Zurmi Emirate through security challenges and promoting peace, unity and resilience among its people.

โ€œHis Royal Highness was a stabilising figure whose wise counsel and dedication to peace-building were invaluable not only to Zurmi Emirate but to Zamfara State and our nationโ€™s efforts to restore lasting peace in the North-West,โ€ Tinubu said.

Tinubu prayed for Allahโ€™s forgiveness and reward for the late monarch, as well as comfort and strength for his family, the emirate and others mourning his death.

His Royal Highness was a stabilising figure whose wise counsel and dedication to peace-building were invaluable not only to Zurmi Emirate but to Zamfara State and our nationโ€™s efforts to restore lasting peace in the North-West

โ€” Bola TinubuThe Nigerian president praised the late Emir of Zurmiโ€™s leadership and peace-building efforts.
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