President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Dr. Ibrahim Bello, the Emir of Gusau and Sarkin Katsinan, who died on Friday morning in Abuja at the age of 71. The revered traditional ruler was known for his years of dedicated service to his people and the nation.

In a heartfelt tribute, President Tinubu described the late Emir as a committed leader whose contributions extended beyond his emirate. He praised the monarch’s unwavering sense of duty and his enduring legacy of peace, unity, and service.

The President extended his condolences to the government and people of Zamfara State, as well as the family of the deceased. He offered prayers for Allah’s mercy upon the soul of the departed emir, noting that the nation has lost a true statesman.