Kebbi: New Emir of Zuru emerges
The Governor of Kebbi State, Dr. Nasir Idris, has approved the appointment of Sanusi Mikailu as the new Emir of Zuru.
The announcement was made on Thursday following the traditional selection process by the Zuru kingmakers, in which Mikailu secured seven out of nine votes.
Presenting the appointment letter in Zuru town amid local celebrations, the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Alhaji Abubakar Dutsin Mari, emphasized that the emir’s selection was purely merit-based.
“Three candidates contested, but he received the highest votes. His victory reflects the love and confidence of his people, and we fully support their choice,” the Commissioner said.
He also thanked the governor for approving the appointment and urged the new emir to justify the trust placed in him.
Sanusi Mikailu, now formally titled Emir Sanusi Mikailu Sami Gomo III, succeeds the late Emir Muhammadu Sani Sami Gomo II, who recently passed away in London after a brief illness.
