ZAMFARA: Govt dethrones two emirs, district head for allegedly aiding banditry

THE State government has dethroned two emirs and a district head over allegations of aiding the activities of bandits terrorising communities in the state.

Commissioner for Information in Zamfara, Ibrahim Dosara, made the announcement today while briefing reporters at the end of the State Executive Council meeting in Gusau, the state capital.

Those affected by the government’s decision include the Emir of Zurmi, Abubakar Atiku, Emir of Dansadau, Hussaini Umar, as well as Sulaiman Ibrahim who used to be the District Head of Birnin Tsaba.