Sarkin Gabas Zayyanu dies in Kebbi

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By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin Kebbi

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BIRNIN KEBBI — The Sarkin Gabas of Gwandu, Muhammad Zayyanu Bello, has died in Gwandu, Kebbi State.

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Zayyanu, who was also the District Head of Gwandu, reportedly died on Tuesday at his palace after a protracted illness.

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His death has thrown the Gwandu Emirate into mourning, with residents and traditional authorities grieving the loss.

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The late traditional ruler is expected to be buried today at the Gwandu Emirate Palace, Birnin Kebbi.

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Announcing his father’s death, his son, Nasiru Zayyanu, described it as painful and irreplaceable, saying the loss was felt across the Gwandu Emirate and Kebbi State.

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The late Sarkin Gabas succeeded his father, the late Bello Mai Wurno. He is survived by his wife and children.

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