Alhaji Abbas Sanusi, the respected Galadima of Kano and the oldest kingmaker in the historic city, passed away on Tuesday night at the age of 91. He was a prominent figure in the Kano Emirate Council holding the positions of Wamban Kano and senior Councilor during the reign of the late Emir Muhammadu Sanusi I and Alhaji Ado Bayero.

Galadiman Kano was also the father of Abdullahi Abbas, the Chairman of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in Kano State, and Alhaji Kabiru Abbas. Both of his sons confirmed his passing on Tuesday night.

Abbas Sunusi’s passing is a big loss for the community. He worked with the late Emir Alhaji Ado Bayero, who ruled from 1963 to 2014. He leaves behind his wives and children, including his son, Abdullahi Abbas.