Gov. Abba Condoles Emir Sanusi II, APC Chairman Abdullahi Abbas on Galadiman Kano’s Passing

By Mustapha Salisu

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has extended condolences to the Emir of Kano, His Highness Mallam Muhammadu Sanusi II, the Kano Emirate Council, APC Kano State Chairman Alhaji Abdullahi Abbas, and the bereaved family over the passing of Galadiman Kano, Alhaji Abbas Sanusi.

Comr. Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, Commissioner of Information and Internal Affairs disclosed this in a statement issued to newsmen today.
The late Galadiman Kano, who passed away at the age of 91 on Tuesday night in Kano, was a distinguished elder statesman and a pillar of the Kano Emirate. He dedicated his life to serving the Emirate, holding key traditional positions, including Wamban Kano, and played a crucial advisory role under the late Emir of Kano, Alhaji Ado Bayero.

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf described the loss as a huge tragedy, not only to the Emirate but to the State and the entire people of Kano. Governor Abba Kabiru extolled the virtues of the late Galadiman Kano, as a man of wisdom, discipline and unwavering commitment to the preservation of Kano’s cultural and traditional heritage.

“The passing of Alhaji Abbas Sanusi is a great loss to Kano State. He was a father to many and a custodian of our rich traditions. His wisdom and contributions to the progress of the Emirate will be remembered for generations,” Governor Yusuf added

In addition, the Governor extended heartfelt condolences to the entire people of Kano State, over the monumental loss of Alhaji Abbas Sanusi. He prayed for Almighty Allah’s mercy upon the departed soul and the strength for the family to bear this great loss.

Governor Yusuf urged the people of Kano to remember the late Galadiman Kano in their prayers and to uphold the values of unity and service that he stood for.