His Highness Emir of Zazzau, Alh (Dr.) Shehu Idris CFR has passed on.
He died at the 44 Military Hospital Kaduna today after a brief illness. Janazah prayer in Zaria is scheduled for 5pm in Sha Allah.
Announcing the news the state governor Nasir El Rufai said all Covid-19 protocols would be complied with as much as possible during the funeral prayers and condolences.
The governor went on to say , “I have inform President Muhammdu Buhari, GCFR of the great loss and offered our condolences”. The Chief of Staff to PMB, Prof Ibrahim Gambari will lead a Federal Government delegation to Zaria to condole with the family of High Highness, Zazzau Emirate Council and the people of Zazzau Emirate and Kaduna State.
We have lost a rare gem, a source of wisdom and guidance and a true father of all. May Allah Grant his soul abode in Aljanna Firdaus. Amin.