Kaduna Monarch Collapses and Dies at Public Event**

A district head in the Zazzau Emirate Council of Kaduna State, Alhaji Rilwan Yahaya Pate, tragically slumped during an event on the morning of Thursday, January 30, and was later pronounced dead at Gambo Sawaba General Hospital, Kofar Gayan, Zaria.

The late **Sarkin Yakin Zazzau** was attending the event alongside the Emir of Zazzau, **Mallam Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli**, when the incident occurred.

Confirming the news, **Abdullahi Aliyu Kwarbai**, the Media and Publicity Officer of the Zazzau Emirate Council, expressed deep sorrow over the loss.
*"It is with great sadness that the Zazzau Emirate Council announces the passing of Sarkin Yakin Zazzau, Alhaji Rilwanu Yahaya Pate, a Council Member of the Emirate."*

Alhaji Rilwan Yahaya Pate, who also served as the Councillor in charge of health-related matters, was **buried the same day at Rimin Dodo.**

### **Emir of Zazzau Mourns the Late Monarch**

In his condolence message, the **Emir of Zazzau, Mallam Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli,** described the death as *"the will of Allah,"* stating that *"death is inevitable and can come whenever Allah destined."*

He consoled the **family of the deceased**, describing **Alhaji Rilwan Yahaya Pate** as *"hardworking, dedicated, and very religious,"* emphasizing that his **vacuum will not be easily replaced.**

The Emir **prayed for the late monarch’s soul** to have eternal life and rest.