The Jigawa State Government has appointed Lawan Ahmed Muhammad as the new Emir of Gumel three days after the passing of his father.
On Thursday, September 3, the Gumel Emirate announced the passing of the 16th Emir, Ahmed Muhammad, after spending 46 years on the throne.
Below are things to know about Alh. Dr. Lawan Ahmed Muhammad Sani:
Royal Status
He is the 17th Emir of Gumel, and prior to his appointment, he held the traditional title of Chiroman Gumel.
Relationship with the Late Emir
He is the eldest son of the late 16th Emir of Gumel, Alhaji Dr. Ahmed Muhammad Sani II, who passed away on September 3, 2026, after 46 years on the throne.
Educational Background
His Royal Highness, Alh. Dr. Lawan Ahmed Muhammad Sani, is an expert in modern information technology. He holds a PhD in Computer and Communication Systems Engineering from Universiti Putra Malaysia.
He earned a BSc in Mathematics from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria; an MSc in Operations Research from Universiti Putra Malaysia; and an MSc in Computing from De Montfort University in the United Kingdom.
He also completed postgraduate studies in computer science in the UK after obtaining his first degree in mathematics from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.
Public Service
Prior to his appointment, he served as the Ciroman Gumel and as the Director of the Cybersecurity Department at the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA).
Academic Career
He worked for over 12 years as the Head of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Hafr Al-Batin in Saudi Arabia.
