By Aliyu Usman, Birnin Kebbi – The Bureau News
The Saudakin Zuru and Special Adviser to the Kebbi State Governor on Communication and Strategy, Abdullahi Idris Zuru, has described the appointment of Alhaji Sanusi Mika’ilu Sami Gomo III as the new Emir of Zuru as an act of justice and fairness by Governor Dr. Nasir Idris (Kauran Garkuwan Zuru).
According to Idris, the Governor has once again demonstrated his commitment to equity, transparency, and respect for tradition by swiftly approving the recommendation of the Emir-ship Election Committee.
The formal appointment letter was presented to the new Emir at the Zuru palace on Thursday by the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Yakubu Bala Tafida. Tafida noted that the governor’s decision reflected the will and aspirations of the people of the Zuru Emirate.
Present at the ceremony were members of the Emirate Council, the election committee chaired by Senator General Muhammadu Magoro (Galadiman Zuru), and representatives of the five chiefdoms under the leadership of Alhaji Muktar Musa, Chief of Wasagu, who had served as acting Emir since the passing of the late Emir.
The presentation was also witnessed by the Commissioners of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Alhaji Abubakar Umar Dutsin Mari, and that of Information and Culture, Alhaji Yakubu Ahmed.
A mammoth crowd thronged Dabai to welcome the new Emir on his return from Birnin Kebbi, expressing joy, jubilation, and solidarity.
Born 58 years ago, Alhaji Sanusi Mika’ilu Sami Gomo III is a successful Abuja-based entrepreneur and grandson of the late Emir Muhammadu Sami I. He succeeds Emir Muhammadu Sani Sami Gomo II, who passed away on August 16, 2025, in a London hospital.
The new Emir is expected to assume duties immediately ahead of a formal turbaning ceremony, which will be announced in due course.
