Gov Lawal Mourns Sarkin Zamfaran Zurmi, Alhaji Bello Sulaiman
By Abdullahi Yusuf
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Sarkin Zamfaran Zurmi, His Royal Highness, Alhaji Bello Sulaiman.
This is contained in a statement signed by the Spokesperson of the Governor, Sulaiman Bala Idris.
Idris said the revered traditional ruler passed away on Monday at the Federal Medical Centre, Gusau.
He said Governor Lawal described the Emir’s passing as a profound loss to his family, the Zurmi Emirate, the traditional institution, and the entire people of Zamfara State.
“I am deeply saddened by the passing of His Royal Highness, Alhaji Bello Sulaiman, Sarkin Zamfaran Zurmi.
“His death is a great loss to Zamfara State. He will be remembered for his service to his people, his contributions to the traditional institution, and his commitment to the peace and progress of our state.
“On behalf of the Government and good people of Zamfara State, I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family, the Zurmi Emirate Council, and the entire people of Zurmi Emirate.
“I pray that Almighty Allah forgives his shortcomings, rewards his good deeds, grants him Aljannah Firdaus, and gives his family and the people of Zurmi the strength and fortitude to bear this irreparable loss,” the statement added.