The Emir of Rano in the Kano Emirate, Alhaji Tafida Abubakar Ila Auta Bawo died few hours after he was rushed to the hospital on Saturday, May 2, 2020. He was aged 75.
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Turakin Rano and House of Representatives Member of Rano, Kibiya and Bunkure , Alhaji Kabir Alhassan Rururm confirmed the death.
The late emir is survived by 17 children and two wives.
Rano Emirate Council is one of the four newly created emirates in Kano state.
Reports have it that the emir was hospitalised at the Amin Kano Teaching Hospital before being referred to Nasarawa specialist Hospital.
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But is unclear whether his illness was related to COVID-19 or not.
Meanwhile, President Muhammadu Buhari has sent his message of condolence to the family of the late Emir.
The message was signed by the Senior Special Assistant to the President (Media & Publicity), Garba Shehu.
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The message reads,
“PRESIDENT BUHARI CONDOLES WITH KANO STATE GOV, EMIRATE OVER DEATH OF EMIR OF RANO
President Muhammadu Buhari commiserates with Kano State Government and Council of Chiefs over passing of Emir of Rano, Alhaji Tafida Abubakar Ila Auta Bawo.”
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“The President joins the family and Rano Emirate in mourning the royal father, whose words of wisdom, nobility and decency will be sorely missed, especially at a time the government is relying on traditional rulers to sensitize citizens on directives for safety.”
“President Buhari urges his family and the Emirate to find solace in the good works of the deceased and ensure his legacies are carried on.
The President prays that the Almighty God will forgive the shortcomings of the Emir, remember his good works and grant his soul eternal rest.”
www.sojworldnews.com (c) May 2, 2020
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