Alhaji Ahmad Garba Gunna (born January 1, 1975) is the current Emir of Kagara Emirate, assuming the position on April 7, 2021, succeeding Alhaji Salihu Tanko.[2] Gunna's ascension as the Emir followed the demise of his predecessor, Alhaji Salihu Tanko, on March 2, 2021.[3][4]

Alhaji Ahmad Garba Gunna
Attahiru II
Emir of Kagara
Reign2021 - date
Coronation7 April 2021
PredecessorAlhaji Salihu Tanko
BornAhmad Garba Gunna
(1975-01-01) 1 January 1975 (age 49)[1]
Yakila, Gunna, Rafi Niger State, Nigeria
FatherGarba Gunna
ReligionIslam
OccupationCivil Servant

Education

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Gunna's early education began at Gandun Albasa Primary School before continuing to Government Day Secondary School Sharada, both located in Kano. He pursued higher education at Kebbi State Polytechnic, specializing in Public Administration. Subsequently, he attained a BSc in Mathematics from the Federal University Abuja. Following his education, he served in Kwara State.[5]

Professionally, he served within the Niger State Revenue Board, notably holding the position of acting chairman of the board.[6]

Personal life

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Alhaji Ahmad Garba Gunna is married and has four children.[7]

References

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  1. ^ "Garba Gunna becomes new Emir of Kagara". tvcnews. Retrieved 22 October 2023.
  2. ^ Ojo, Aideloje (29 November 2022). "Emir of Kagara gets staff of office December 3". blueprin.ng. Retrieved 22 October 2023.
  3. ^ "Breaking: Emir of Kagara is dead". Vanguardngr.com. 2 March 2021. Retrieved 22 October 2023.
  4. ^ "Buhari Congratulates New Emir Of Kagara". channelstv.com. Retrieved 22 October 2023.
  5. ^ Awwal Umar, Muhammad (22 October 2022). "Yadda Bikin Bai Wa Sarkin Kagara Sandar Girma Ya Gudana" (in Hausa). Hausa.leadership.ng. Retrieved 22 October 2023.
  6. ^ Ahmad, Romoke W. (7 April 2021). "Gunna Emerges New Emir Of Kagara". dailytrust.com. Retrieved 22 October 2023.
  7. ^ "Garba Gunna becomes new Emir of Kagara". tvcnews. Retrieved 22 October 2023.