The Kebbi State government has announced the death of the emir of Zuru, Major General Muhammad Sani Sami the second.
Kebbi state Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Alhaji Garba Umar-Dutsinmari in a press release disclosed that the Monarch died after a brief illness in a London hospital at the age of 81.
This was disclosed by the family that the royal leader’s death on Sunday, referring to him as a leader who balanced a fine military career and decades of devoted service to his people.
The late Emir was born on 24th October, 1943, enlisted in the Nigerian Army on 10th December, 1962 received his training at the Mons Officer Cadet School Aldershot, United Kingdom. He was commissioned on 25th July, 1963.
Sani Sami served with total commitment as he gained promotions and served in various sensitive appointments, including Commander Brigade of Guards under Murtala Mohammeds administration as well as military governor of Bauchi State in December 1983.
After retiring from the army, he returned to his home town, becoming the Emir of Zuru. He was regarded as a hardworking, simple and disciplined individual who was devoted to the traditions and cultural heritage of the emirate.
He left behind four wives and seven children.
The Kebbi State Government in the release extends its heartfelt condolences to his immediate family, Zuru Emirate Council, the people of Zuru and the entire people of Kebbi State.
The Kebbi State government has announced the death of the emir of Zuru, Major General Muhammad Sani Sami the second
Kebbi state Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Alhaji Garba Umar-Dutsinmari in a press release disclosed that the Monarch died after a brief illness in a London hospital at the age of 81.
He left behind four wives and seven children.
The Kebbi State Government in the release extends its heartfelt condolences to his immediate family, Zuru Emirate Council, the people of Zuru and the entire people of Kebbi State.
Burial arrangements will be announced in due course.
May his soul Restin Peace!
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