Due to the death of the late Nuhu Muhammed Sunusi, the former Emir of Dutse, who passed away last week, Muhammed Hameem, has been approved by Governor Badaru Abubakar as the new Emir of Dutse.
According to reports, Emir Muhammed Hameem was picked by the Dutse Emirates kingmakers as the new successor amongst the three candidates qualified for the position, apparently, the decision of the Kingmakers was forwarded to the Jigawa State council of chiefs who also approved of the candidate, the names of the three candidates were forwarded to the Governor for approval “Subsequently the Governor has approved Muhammad Hameem Nuhu Sanusi as the New Emir of Dutse with effect from Sunday 05/02/2023,” the statement said.