The Emir of Gazargamu in Yobe State, His Royal Highness Alhaji Ahmad Tijjani Ibn Saleh, has died after a prolonged illness.
The monarch passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, in Cairo, Egypt, where he had been receiving medical treatment.
His son, Engr. Tijjani Hamisu Bala, who is the General Manager of the Yobe State Road Maintenance Agency, confirmed the development in Damaturu.
In a statement announcing the death, Bala described the late emir as a father, mentor and traditional ruler whose life was dedicated to the service of his people and humanity.
“With profound sorrow and total submission to the will of Almighty Allah, I announce the passing of my beloved father, namesake and traditional ruler, His Royal Highness Alhaji Ahmad Tijjani Ibn Saleh, the Emir of Gazargamu, who returned to his Creator today, June 9, 2026, in Cairo, Egypt, after a protracted illness,” he said.
Bala said the late monarch lived a life marked by wisdom, humility, courage and unwavering commitment to the welfare of his subjects.
“His fatherly guidance, leadership and legacy will remain a source of inspiration to us all,” he added.
The late emir’s son prayed to Allah to forgive the monarch’s shortcomings and grant him Al-Jannatul Firdaus.
He also prayed for strength and patience for the family, the Gazargamu Emirate and the people of Yobe State to bear the loss.
As of the time of filing this report, burial arrangements had yet to be announced.
