Nigeria: Tinubu Mourns Emir of Ningi

25 August 2024
Leadership (Abuja)
By Jonathan NDA-Isaiah and Leadership News

President Bola Tinubu has commiserated with the people of Ningi Emirate and the Bauchi State government over the passing of the Emir of Ningi, Alhaji Yunusa Muhammad Danyaya.

The first-class monarch passed away in the early hours of Sunday.

President Tinubu in a statement by his spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale described the deceased as an illustrious leader who deployed the power and resources of his throne in the service of his community.

The President prayed for the repose of the soul of the departed traditional ruler and condoles with his family and all those grieving the loss.

LEADERSHIP earlier reported the demise of the 88-year-old monarch who ruled the Emirate for over 40 years.

Funeral rites for the late Emir will be conducted later on Sunday according to Islamic rites.

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