Governor Radda Mourns Emir Of Zuru, Says He’s a Distinguished Leader

By; SULAIMAN AHMED MISAU, Katsina

Governor, Dikko Umaru Radda of Katsina State has expressed sadness over the death of the Emir of Zuru, Major General Mohammed Sani Sami (Gomo II), who died at age 81.

Governor Dikko Radda in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mohammed Kaula described the late emir as a father figure whose guidance was sought across Northern Nigeria.

He said, “His leadership combined firmness with understanding, and his life reflected dedication, service, and integrity.”

He noted that, the emir was a principled and visionary leader whose decades of service as both military officer and traditional ruler left a lasting impact.

Governor Dikko Radda said late Major General Sani Sami combined decades of military discipline with the compassion of a traditional ruler, earning respect across Kebbi State and beyond.

Governor Dikko Umaru Radda described the General Sani Sami’s death as a great loss, especially when Nigeria needs experienced and principled leaders.

He said, “On behalf of the Government and the people of Katsina State, Governor Radda extended condolences to Kebbi State government, the Zuru Emirate Council, and the emir’s family.”

Governor Dikko Radda prayed for Allah’s forgiveness and Aljannah Firdaus for the deceased.

New Nigerian recalls that, late Major General Mohammed Sani Sami while in the Military, was a one-time Military Governor of Bauchi State and Member Supreme Military Council during late President Muhammadu Buhari’s regime.

Late General Sani Sami was also the General Officer Commanding (GOC), One Mechanised Infantry Division, Kaduna before becoming the Emir of Zuru in Kebbi State after the death of his father, the Emir “(Gomo One (1)” of Zuru, Alhaji Sani Sami.