MIRIAM NNOLI 
The Vice President, Sen. Kashim Shettima, on Friday led the Federal Government delegation to Bauchi State to express President Bola Tinubu’s condolences to the state government and the people of Bauchi over the passing of the 15th Emir of Ningi, Yunusa Ɗanyaya.
Speaking at the Council Chamber of the Government House in Bauchi on Friday, Shettima expressed President Tinubu’s sadness upon hearing the news of the monarch’s death.
He noted that “The late emir’s contributions to the development of Bauchi State and Nigeria as a whole are significant, saying “He played a vital role in nation-building.”
Describing the monarch as a unifying force who worked tirelessly to promote peace, stability, and development in Bauchi State and beyond, Shettima praised his commitment to education, healthcare, and economic development, calling him a champion of progress and a beacon of hope for his people.
His wisdom and guidance will be greatly missed.”
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The 15th Emir of Ningi, Yunusa Danyaya, died on 24 August 2024, after spending 46 years on the throne. He was 88 years old and was buried according to Islamic rites.
Following his death, the Bauchi State Government approved the nomination of his eldest son, Haruna Yunusa, the immediate past Chiroman Ningi, as his successor on 1 September.
