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Ibrahim Bello, the Emir of Gusau in Zamfara State, has died at the age of 71 after battling a long-term illness. He passed away on Friday in Abuja.

The news of his death was confirmed by Sulaiman Idris, spokesperson to Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal.

In an official statement, Governor Lawal mourned the loss, describing the late Emir as a dependable monarch who worked tirelessly for the peace and progress of Zamfara.

“I received with deep sadness the news of the passing of our father, His Royal Highness, Dr. Ibrahim Bello, the Emir of Gusau… I have lost a confidant and a father whose wisdom guides me and other state leaders. May the Almighty Allah (SWT) forgive his shortcomings and grant him Aljannah,” the governor said.

Appointed as the 16th Emir of Gusau in March 2015 following the death of his father, Bello spent over a decade on the throne, during which he played a significant role in the socio-cultural affairs of the state.

Source: https://dailypost.ng/2025/07/25/emir-of-gusau-ibrahim-bello-is-dead/

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BAD NEWS, Is Praying For You This Morning.....

All those traditional rulers that cannot speak with the government regarding what so many of their people are going through should just park well jare.

I hope he's nothing to do with banditry in Gusau...RIP

All the enemies of Nigeria will die one by one
Tho I'm not saying the late emir was an enemy of state

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Love deeply.
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Yeh,last time I saw this Emir we greet ooo..so e don end b dat

Traditional ruler are now passing on.
May the Almighty God comfort the family and friends

Just simple name, but here in south, you will here

HRM Ibrahim bello ogburugburu 1 of gusau kingdom

he came with hulk hogan and died with him at 71...May God ACCEPT THEIR SOULS

columbus007:
All those traditional rulers that cannot speak with the government regarding what so many of their people are going through should just park well jare.

hiss how does it relate to his death just wake up and quote nonsense

So sad..
May his deeds judge him

Amen

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Rest in Peace Sir. May you find solace in the bosom of Allah

These traditional leaders that sit back and watch as things spoil in their localities....

It's well...
I don't type those unnecessary after death wishes tho....

All the northern elites are dead. It's souths turn

Ds is Another victim of Tinubu bad government...rest in peace

A CALL FOR CLARITY AND CONSTITUTIONAL INTERPRETATION:
The Rivers State Case Before the Supreme Court

I am not a politician, and I have no intention of becoming one at this time - even though I studied Political Science and was actively involved in student politics, at some point, contested and won an election on campus, which led to my emergence as the Speaker of the Students' Union Government Parliament. My decision not to enter politics is not because I am a clergyman or that it is somehow sinful. No. Politics, in itself, is not a sin. As members of society, we are all inevitably affected by political decisions made through the mechanisms of governance, particularly within the framework of the Social Contract Theory.

However, my personal decision to avoid politics is based on the unfortunate reality of our present political climate - one that has been marred by partisanship, manipulation, and a troubling lack of accountability. That said, my interest in this matter stems not from partisan loyalty, but from a genuine concern for constitutional order and the future of democratic governance in Nigeria.

On March 18, 2025, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu declared a six-month State of Emergency in Rivers State under Section 305 of the 1999 Constitution, suspending the elected Governor, Deputy Governor, and all Members of the State Assembly. He appointed Retired Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas as the Sole Administrator.

In response, seven - and later eleven - PDP Governors filed a suit (SC/CV/329/2025) at the Supreme Court. They argue that the President lacks constitutional authority to suspend elected officials or dissolve state institutions via emergency rule - claiming this violates Sections 1(2), 5(2), 176, 180, 188, 192, and 305.

They’re asking the apex court among others to:
1. Nullify the emergency declaration and the suspension of democratic institutions.
2. Prohibit future abuse of such power.
3. Void the appointment of a sole administrator.

Since then, many of us are left wondering: Why has the Supreme Court not delivered judgment on this matter?

What is delaying the hearing and determination of the case? Is there an intentional stalling of justice to allow the situation to be overtaken by events and, thereby, justify an eventual ruling that favours the presidency?

Let me be clear: this is not about Governor Siminalayi Fubara, former Governor Nyesom Wike, or President Bola Tinubu. Frankly, I am not concerned with their individual political ambitions or internal rivalries. Most of our contemporary politicians, regardless of how they try to rebrand themselves or appeal to the public, have historically not demonstrated genuine care for the welfare of the masses.

My concern lies with the integrity of our constitutional democracy and the rule of law. We are a federal republic, and in a federal system, governmental powers are constitutionally divided between the national and subnational governments. The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended) makes provision for the autonomy of democratically elected officials at both the state and national levels.

Thus, can a sitting President, unilaterally and without due process, suspend a democratically elected governor or dissolve institutions created by the Constitution? If so, where does the Constitution permit such action? If not, what is the constitutional remedy? These are the questions that demand urgent and authoritative interpretation from the Supreme Court.

If this issue remains unresolved, it may set a dangerous precedent that future Presidents could exploit. It opens a constitutional vacuum that could lead to executive tyranny - a scenario where elected state officials may be suspended at will by federal authorities under vague claims of "Emergency Rule."

Therefore, we respectfully call on the Supreme Court of Nigeria to give this case the attention it urgently deserves. We also appeal to constitutional lawyers, civil society organizations, and all defenders of democracy and justice to speak up and demand clarity and accountability.

Let this not be swept under the carpet. For the sake of constitutional governance and the preservation of democratic norms, we ask:

Why has this case not been given a speedy hearing?

This is not a matter of party politics, but a call for justice, legality, and constitutional fidelity. The future of our democracy may very well depend on how this moment is handled.

God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

— Pastor Jerry A. H.

I don't know if I'm the only person in Nigeria who doesn't give a dàmn about traditional rulers. They don't contribute anything meaningful to society to me.


Anyways RIP to him.

So? Make we fry stones? He is dead he is dead. Dead without accepting Christ is not worth it

Another university will be renamed in his honor

May God show him mercy and comfort his family Amin.

Inna lilahi waina ilehi rajiun. May ALLAH forgive his servant the noble Emir.

No hospital good enough in Zamfara to look after him RIP.

Okhuadams:
hiss how does it relate to his death just wake up and quote nonsense

Na bot save you otherwise, you for no believe, say your comment and stop pokenoseing.

Died on the same day with Hulk Hogan who was also his age mate.

May their souls rest in peace