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Emir of Gusau dies at 90

90-year-old Danbaba reportedly died today, March 5, at the Nigeria Turkish Nizamiye hospital in Abuja after a protracted illness.

The Emir of Gusau, Alhaji Muhammad Kabir Danbaba, is dead.

His death has been confirmed by the State Commissioner for Information, Ibrahim Magaji.

The late Emir celebrated his 90th birthday and his 30th year on the throne in September 2014.

He is survived by his wives, 37 children and many grandchildren.

Details later.

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