KANO EMIRATE IN TEARS!

BARDE ƘERARRIYA BURIED AMID TRIBUTES, OUTPOURING OF GRIEF

Ex-CP, Prince Shehu Kabiru Bayero dies in Cairo after prolonged illness

The Kano Emirate was thrown into mourning on Thursday as the remains of the late Alhaji Shehu Kabiru Bayero, Barde Ƙerarriyar Kano and District Head of Dorayi, were laid to rest amid an emotional outpouring of grief and tributes from prominent Nigerians.

A massive crowd of mourners converged on the Kofar-Kudu premises of the Kano Emir’s Palace at about 5:00 p.m. for the funeral prayers of the respected royal father, whose death has sent shockwaves across the state and beyond.

The funeral prayers were led by the Chief Imam of Kofar-Kudu Mosque, with senior government officials, traditional rulers, politicians, security chiefs, media personalities and members of the Bayero royal family in attendance.

Leading the government delegation was the Kano State Secretary to the Government, Alhaji Umar Farouk Ibrahim, accompanied by the Chief of Staff to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, Dr. Suleiman Wali Sani, who represented the governor.

Also at the funeral were former Deputy Governor of Kano State and Nigeria Democratic Congress governorship candidate, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, and other NDC chieftains.

Former Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority, Arc Aminu Dabo, was among the prominent personalities who paid their last respects to the late traditional title holder.

Others included Kano State Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori; veteran broadcaster, media practitioner and advertising regulator, Alhaji Garba Bello Kankarofi; Senator Bello Hayatu Gwarzo; traditional title holders, political leaders and other dignitaries.

‘He Was A Prince Of Peace’


In an emotional tribute before the funeral, Arc Dabo described the deceased as a “prince of peace” who devoted his life to service, integrity and the advancement of his people.

According to him, the late Shehu Kabiru Bayero would be remembered for his calm temperament, commitment to traditional values and tireless efforts towards the unity and progress of society.

35 YEARS IN POLICE, THEN TRADITIONAL SERVICE

The late Barde Ƙerarriya died on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at a hospital in Cairo, Egypt, after a prolonged illness.

His remains were buried according to Islamic rites at the Dandolo Cemetery in Gwale Local Government Area of Kano State.


Before entering full-time traditional service, Shehu Kabiru Bayero spent 35 years in the Nigeria Police Force, rising to the rank of Commissioner of Police before his retirement.


In 2006, the late Emir of Kano, Alhaji Ado Bayero, appointed him Barde Ƙerarriya. He later served as District Head in several parts of Kano State, including Takai, Gwarzo and Dorayi.His final journey was marked by a strong demonstration of the respect and affection he commanded among the people, with mourners describing him as a disciplined former police officer, peace-loving prince and respected traditional leader.

As Kano mourns the loss, prayers continue to rise for the repose of his soul and for strength for the Bayero family and the wider Kano Emirate.

May Allah forgive his shortcomings and grant him Jannatul Firdaus.

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