Traditional ruler slumps at public event, confirmed dead on arrival at hospital
Rilwanu Pate, the Sarkin Yakin Zazzau, slumped and died on Thursday while attending a public event alongside the Emir of Zazzau, Ahmed Bamalli.
What caused his death remains unknown.
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An eyewitness recounted that Pate – who was also a Council Member of the Emirate and Councillor in charge of Health Related Matters – suddenly slumped during the event and was rushed to Gambo Sawaba General Hospital, Kofar Gayan Zaria, where he was confirmed dead.
Zazzau Emirate Council in Kaduna confirmed the incident in a statement issued by it Media and Publicity Officer, Abdullahi Kwarbai, who expressed sadness over the passing of Pate.
“It is with great sadness that the Zazzau Emirate Council announces the passing of Sarkin Yakin Zazzau Alhaji Rilwanu Yahaya Pate, a Council Member of the Emirate,” the statement said.
Bamalli condoled with the family of the deceased, describing his demise as “the will of Allah.”
“Death is inevitable and can come whenever Allah destined,” he added.
The statement described Pate as a hardworking, dedicated and very religious man whose vacuum will not be filled easily.
His remains were buried at Rimin Dodo on Thursday evening, in accordance with Islamic rites.
