70+ year-old Emir of Tikau in Yobe, Alhaji Muhammadu Abubakar Ibn-Grema, passed away after a brief illness; ruled for 23 years.

70+ year-old Emir of Tikau in Yobe, Alhaji Muhammadu Abubakar Ibn-Grema, has passed away after a brief illness. He was installed as emir on 25th July 2001 and had been ruling for 23 years. The funeral will take place on Saturday according to Islamic rites. The monarch was known for his generosity and environmental protection efforts.