Emir of Gusau, Dr. Ibrahim Bello, Dies at 71 After Prolonged Illness

The Emir of Gusau in Zamfara State, His Royal Highness Dr. Ibrahim Bello, has died at the age of 71 after a prolonged illness. He passed away on Friday in Abuja.

The late Emir, who ascended the throne on March 16, 2015, following the death of his father, served as the 16th traditional ruler of Gusau. Before his enthronement, Dr. Bello had a distinguished career in public service, rising to the rank of Permanent Secretary in the old Sokoto and Zamfara states.

Confirming his passing, Sulaiman Idis, spokesperson to Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal, issued a statement expressing the governor’s condolences and mourning the Emir as a significant loss to the state and the nation.

“I received with deep sadness the news of the passing of our father, His Royal Highness, Dr. Ibrahim Bello, the Emir of Gusau,” the governor stated.

“I expressed my heartfelt condolences to the Zamfara State Council of Chiefs, immediate and extended families of the late Emir, Gusau emirate, as well as the entire people of Zamfara State. His Highness’s passing is a huge loss for the people of Zamfara State, as well as for the North and Nigeria as a whole. The late royal father dedicated 10 years of serving the people after becoming the 15th Emir of Gusau on 16 March 2015. He led with commitment, dedication, and a strong sense of faith.”

Describing the Emir as a supportive and capable royal leader, Governor Lawal said the loss was personal.

“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,” he added.