ABOUT THE LATE EMIR OF ZURU
By Jamil Gulma from Kebbi
Emir of Zuru, Major General Muhammadu Sani Sami Gomo II, passed away at 81 in a London hospital after a brief illness.
Joined the Nigerian Army in 1962 and retired as a top military officer to become traditional ruler of Zuru Emirate.
As a military commander he served in various capacities, including peacekeeping operations, he served as the military governor of Sokoto and Bauchi states.
He was appointed to the throne of his ancestors in 1995 and formally turbanned in 1996 as the successor of Late Alhaji Usman Danga.
As Emir of Zuru, he promoted peaceful coexistence, socio-economic development, and preserved culture and traditions of Zuru Emirate
He upgraded the Annual International Cultural and Agricultural Festival to international standards, earning its inclusion in Nigeria’s cultural calendar. He made significant contributions to Nigeria’s armed forces and Kebbi State’s security, particularly under Governor Nasir Idris.
He fostered unity among multi-ethnic and multi-religious communities in Zuru Emirate.
He ensured Zuru Emirate received its fair share of federal and state projects.
He was survived by four wives and seven children, four males and three females
The Zuru Emirate Council will announce funeral arrangements upon the arrival of his body in Nigeria.
