JUST IN: Atiku Mourns As Top Emir Dies

Atiku Abubakar, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, has expressed his condolences on the passing of the Emir of Ningi in Bauchi State, Yunusa Danyaya.

The revered monarch, who had recently returned from a medical trip to Saudi Arabia on Thursday, August 22, passed away in the early hours of Sunday.

In a post on his official X handle, the former Vice President praised the late Emir for his long and impactful reign, describing him as a symbol of pride for his people.

Atiku stated, “I extend my condolences to the Bauchi State government and the people of Ningi Emirate on the passing of their Emir, Alhaji Yunusa Danyaya. May the Almighty Allah grant him Al-Jannah and bring comfort to the community during this time of grief. Amin.”