Sokoto Prince, Shehu Malami, Dies At 85

Sokoto Prince and businessman, Alhaji Shehu Malami, is dead. He died yesterday in Cairo, Egypt at the age of 85.

His passage was confirmed in a statement issued by presidential spokesman, Malam Garba Shehu.

Shehu said that President Muhammadu Buhari described the death of the Sokoto Prince and businessman, Alhaji Shehu Malami as “sad and shocking”.

He said the president reacted to the news of the demise of the former Sarkin Sudan of Wurno (a senior title in the Sultanate) reportedly at Cairo, Egypt where he passed on.

“This is such shocking and sad news. I am absolutely stunned to hear this. It is another reminder of how fragile life is.

“He was a business leader respected globally who believed in this country’s economic prowess. He was an icon of business and industry and a graceful traditionalist.

‘‘His passing is a big loss to the nation. Condolences to his family and friends, the Sultanate and the government and people of Sokoto State. May his soul rest in peace,” said the President.