Emir of Gaya, Alhaji Ibrahim Abdulkadir, has reportedly passed on in Kano state.
The latest development was disclosed by the Senior Special Assistant to the Kano State Governor, on Social Media via Facebook on Wednesday.
Late Emir Abdulkadir Gaya was believed to be about 90 years old and had been on the throne since his appointment in 1990.
Gaya which is a local government area is one of the five major emirates in Kano.
In May, 2019, he was elevated to the rank of Emir, along with three other traditional rulers.
Prior to his enthronement as Sarkin Gaya, Alhaji Ibrahim Gaya was previously the district head of Kunchi and then Minjibir.
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