The District Head of Gwandu in Kebbi State, Alhaji Muhammadu Rasheed (also known as Sarkin Gabas), dies. Multiple outlets report that his death is confirmed on Wednesday.

According to statements relayed by the state governor’s office, the confirmation comes through aides, including the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Ahmed Idris and the Special Adviser on Communication and Strategy, Abdullahi Idris. The reports identify him as the traditional ruler of the Gwandu district and do not provide additional details on the circumstances of his death. The coverage is brief and focused on the official confirmation and his position within the traditional leadership structure in Kebbi State.