Jigawa State to Hold Funeral for Late Emir of Gumel
The Jigawa State Government has announced the funeral arrangements for the late Emir of Gumel, Alhaji Ahmed Muhammad Sani II, who passed away on Thursday afternoon in Cairo, Egypt, where he was receiving medical treatment. The funeral prayer is set to take place at 5 pm on Friday, September 3, 2026, at the Emir’s Palace in Gumel.
A statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government emphasized that the funeral will be conducted in accordance with Islamic rites. The government has called upon the public across Jigawa State to attend the funeral and pay their last respects to the late Emir.
Additionally, Imams of Jumu’ah mosques throughout Jigawa State have been urged to offer special prayers for the repose of the soul of the deceased Emir.
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