# Death of the Emir of Zurmi

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/death-of-the-emir-of-zurmi
> Updated: 2026-09-02T17:56:04.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Bello Suleiman, the Emir of Zurmi in Zamfara State, has died at the Federal Medical Centre in Gusau. Suleiman had reigned for five years, having succeeded his uncle, Abubakar Atiku, who was removed from the throne following allegations of ties to banditry.

The Zurmi region has been marked by security instability, including a May 2024 bandit attack on the emir’s palace. Following the announcement of his death, President Bola Tinubu issued a statement of condolence, describing the late monarch as a “respected leader” and a “stabilizing figure” who contributed to peace-building efforts in Zamfara State and the North-West region.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-02: President Tinubu mourns the death of the Emir of Zurmi

President Bola Tinubu has mourned the death of the Emir of Zurmi, Alhaji Bello Sulaiman, praising his leadership and peace-building efforts in Zamfara State.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/president-tinubu-mourns-the-death-of-the-emir-of-zurmi

### 2026-08-31: Emir of Zurmi Bello Suleiman dies in Zamfara State

Bello Suleiman, the Emir of Zurmi in Nigeria's Zamfara State, has died at the Federal Medical Centre in Gusau after five years on the throne.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/emir-of-zurmi-bello-suleiman-dies-in-zamfara-state

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