Buhari, Kalu mourn as Emir of Dutse is buried

• Published date: 02 February 2023
• Publication title: Nigeria - The Nation

President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed sadness over the demise of Dr Nuhu Sanusi, the first-class traditional ruler (Emir) of Dutse in Jigawa.

The president said the deceased was recognised as one of Northern Nigeria's modernising leaders.

Before his death, the Emir was the Chancellor of Sokoto State University.

The president noted that the late Emir was considered an exemplary leader in the global quest for a sustainable living environment, and a lead advocate for afforestation and the green ecosystem.

'The late Emir's official biography equally puts him up as an advocate of the mitigation of climate change, prompting him to build the Dutse Royal Golf Course, which is reputed to be one of the largest in Nigeria with lush vegetation, exotic flora and rare fauna,' the president said.

While expressing sadness on the passing of the Emir, Buhari said, 'He was instrumental to the progress Dutse had achieved in the last three decades under his watch. He was a grassroots person who was loved by all.'

Senate Chief Whip, Orji Kalu described the late Emir as a compassionate, generous and humble person.

Kalu said that the late royal father would be remembered for his exemplary leadership style.

'The demise of the Emir of Dutse, Alhaji Nuhu Sanusi is a big loss to Jigawa and Nigeria in general. The late Emir was a patriotic and selfless leader, who used his position to advance the cause of the people. He was passionate about the growth and progress of his domain. The late emir demonstrated outstanding leadership attributes in various capacities. He was a...