Emir of Zaria, Shehu Idris, is dead

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By Yusuf Bello

The Emir of Zazzau, Alhaji Shehu Idris is dead.

He was aged of 84.

Governor of Kaduna state, Nasir El-Rufai, confirmed the Emir’s death.

According to the governor, Idris died at the 44 Military Hospital Kaduna on Sunday.

The governor tweeted, “It is with great sadness that I confirm the passing of the father of our state, His Highness Emir of Zazzau, Alh (Dr.) Shehu Idris CFR.

“He died at the 44 Military Hospital Kaduna today after a brief illness. Janazah prayer in Zaria is scheduled for 5pm.”

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