Skip to content
Thursday, 22 October 2026
Send a tip
Just inPolice nab suspected cultist and seize gun

Jigawa Governor Names New Emir of Gumel

Lawan Muhammad-Sani is the new Emir of Gumel, appointed by Governor Umar Namadi. He takes over from his father, who ruled for 46 years.

Jigawa Governor Names New Emir of Gumel

The Governor of Jigawa State, Umar Namadi, has named Lawan Muhammad-Sani as the new Emir of Gumel. He is the 17th person to hold this position.

Lawan Muhammad-Sani takes over from his late father, Ahmed Muhammad-Sani. Ahmed passed away on Thursday, 3 September, after ruling for 46 years.

The news was shared in a formal statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Bala Ibrahim.

The state government said that Governor Namadi made the appointment based on recommendations from the Gumel Emirate Council Kingmakers. This council is led by the Wazirin Gumel, Adamu Nasoro, and includes the Jigawa State Council of Chiefs. The council has the Emirs of Hadejia, Kazaure, Ringim, and Dutse.

Read alsoIntroducing Lawan Sani as the New Emir of Gumel
Read alsoBreaking: Emir passes away after 46 years of leadership

Before becoming emir, Lawan Muhammad-Sani held the traditional title of Chiroman Gumel. He also worked as the Director of Cyber Security at the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA).

Governor Namadi praised the kingmakers and the council of chiefs for their help during the selection. He wished the new emir a peaceful, successful, and impactful reign for both the Gumel Emirate and the country.

Get more stories like this on your home page

Share this story

Comments

Comments with links or strong language are held for a moderator.

No comments yet.

Keep reading

More politics