Kano Emirates: Gov Yusuf Reinstates Gaya Emir, Names Two Others

The appointment of three second-class Emirs of Rano, Gaya, and Karaye has been approved by Governor Abba Yusufu of Kano State with immediate effect.

The new emirates, according to a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Tofa, on Wednesday, are to serve as second with Kano as first-class emirate.

Osun Defender reports that the state House of Assembly on Tuesday passed the bill seeking the establishment of 2nd class Emirates into law on Tuesday.

The governor named the emir of the defunct Gaya emirate, who was dethroned among others recently, Alhaji Aliyu Abdulkadir Gaya as the new Emir of Gaya.

Alhaji Muhammad Karaye was appointed as the Emir of Karaye. He was the District Head of Rogo before his latest appointment.

Alhaji Muhammad Umar was named the Emir of Rano. He was the District Head of Bunkure before the latest appointment.

The statement added, “While congratulating the newly appointed Emirs, Governor Abba Yusuf enjoined them to be custodians of culture, peace, and unity of the people in their respective emirates.”

Yusuf had on Tuesday signed into law three second-class emirates in the state, with Rano covering only Rano, Kibiya, and Bunkure Local Government areas.

Gaya covers only Gaya, Ajingi, and Albasu Local Government Areas, while Karaye covers only Karaye and Rogo Local Government Areas.