A district head in the Zazzau Emirate Council of Kaduna State, Alhaji Rilwan Yahaya Pate, passed away on Thursday after collapsing at an event.
He was later pronounced dead at Gambo Sawaba General Hospital, Kofar Gayan, Zaria.
Alhaji Rilwan Yahaya Pate, who held the title of Sarkin Yakin Zazzau, was attending the occasion alongside the Emir of Zazzau, Malam Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli, when he suddenly slumped.
Confirming the incident, the Media and Publicity Officer of the Zazzau Emirate, Abdullahi Aliyu Kwarbai, released a statement expressing deep sorrow over the loss, he stated.
“With great sadness, the Zazzau Emirate Council announces the passing of Sarkin Yakin Zazzau, Alhaji Rilwanu Yahaya Pate, a dedicated Council Member. Alhaji Rilwanu Yahaya, who also served as the Councillor in charge of Health-Related Matters, passed away while attending a program alongside His Highness, the Emir of Zazzau, Malam Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli, CFR, at Hajiya Gambo Sawaba General Hospital, Kofan Gayan, Zaria, this morning.”
The late Sarkin Yakin Zazzau was laid to rest later that evening in Rimin Dodo.
In his condolence message, the Emir of Zazzau, Malam Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli, described the death as the will of Allah, stating that “death is inevitable and comes at its destined time.”
He further consoled the bereaved family, highlighting the late traditional ruler’s hard work, dedication, and deep religious devotion, noting that his absence will be deeply felt in the Emirate.
