Governor Lawal has appointed a new Emir of Zurmi, who will serve as the 21st Sarkin Zamfaran Zurmi. This appointment follows the passing of the previous monarch, His Royal Highness, Alhaji Bello Suleiman. Alhaji Bello Suleiman died on 31 August 2026.

The new monarch succeeds him, taking on the responsibilities of the position. Details of the appointment and the new emir are available from the source.

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