The Hakimin Kabo and Sarkin Gabas of Kano State, Alhaji Idris Muhammadu Adamu Dankabo is dead.

His death has been reported in several quarters. Reports indicate the traditional ruler died in a road accident in Kano city. He was 48 at the time of his demise.

Idris, who is survived by his wife and two children, carried on the legacy of the family across the Kano Emirate.

The Jana’iza (Funeral Prayer) has been scheduled to be held at 10:00 am at the Emir’s Palace. His funeral is expected to be led by Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II.

His death came barely a week after Maulud Nabiyy, a period meant to commemorate the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), was celebrated in the state. Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano declared Friday, September 12, a public holiday to celebrate the day.

The announcement was made in a statement signed by Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, the state commissioner for information and internal affairs, where the government urged the people to remain peaceful in their celebration and in line with the teachings of the Prophet.