Zamfara Governor Appoints Abdulkadir Ibrahim Bello as 16th Emir of Gusau

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has approved the appointment of Alhaji Abdulkadir Ibrahim Bello as the 16th Emir of Gusau, also known as the Sarkin Katsina of the Gusau Emirate.

The appointment follows the passing of his father, Ibrahim Bello, who served as the 15th emir until his death on July 25, 2025, after a decade of dedicated leadership.

Announcing the development in Gusau on Tuesday, the Secretary to the State Government, Malam Abubakar Nakwada, stated that the appointment was made based on the recommendation of the Gusau Emirate kingmakers, in line with traditional customs and legal provisions.

Alhaji Abdulkadir, the eldest son of the late emir, previously held the traditional title of Bunun Gusau before his elevation.

Governor Lawal extended his congratulations to the new emir and encouraged him to preserve the legacy of his predecessors, particularly as a descendant of Malam Sambo Dan Ashafa. He further urged the new emir to champion peace, unity, and development throughout the emirate.