Bauchi: Emir of Ningi, Yunusa Danyaya, dies at 88

The Emir of Ningi in Bauchi State, Dr. Yunusa Danyaya, has died at the age of 88.

The monarch, who is said to have returned from a medical trip to Saudi Arabia on Thursday, August 22, died in the early hours of today at a hospital in Kano State.

Confirming Danyaya’s demise in a statement issued by his media, Mukhtar Gidado, Governor Bala Mohammed extended his condolences to the late emir’s family and the Emirate Council over the monarch’s death.

The governor described the late monarch as a man of peace, wisdom, and immense dedication to the welfare of the people of Ningi Emirate and Nigerians at large.

The statement read, “It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that the Bauchi State Government announces the passing of His Royal Highness, the Emir of Ningi, Alhaji (Dr.) Yunusa Muhammadu Danyaya, OON, is a highly respected First-Class Emir in Bauchi State. His death has left an irreplaceable void in the hearts of the people of Ningi Emirate, Bauchi State, and Nigeria at large.”

“Alhaji Yunusa Muhammadu Danyaya was a man of peace, wisdom, and immense dedication to the welfare of his people.

“Throughout his reign, he exemplified the highest values of leadership, fostering unity, progress, and development across Ningi Emirate. His legacy as a guardian of tradition, culture, and Islamic values will continue to inspire future generations.

“In this moment of grief, the Bauchi State Government, led by His Excellency, Governor Bala Mohammed, extends its deepest condolences to the immediate family of the late Emir, the Ningi Emirate Council, and the entire people of Bauchi State.

“We mourn with you in this great loss and pray that Almighty Allah grants the departed soul eternal peace in Jannatul Firdaus. May Allah also grant his family, the people of Ningi, and all those affected by this loss the strength and fortitude to bear the loss.”