The Enthronement of the 17th Emir of Gumel
. The ceremony time and programme of events are not yet available. Check official updates.
His Royal Highness Dr Lawan Ahmed Mohammed Sani, PhD.
Appointed on 6 September 2026, the Emir brings a background in academia, cybersecurity and public service.
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Travel and accommodation
Getting to Gumel and where to stay
Planning a visit? Here are useful starting points for your journey and accommodation enquiries.
- By air via Kano
- Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport serves Kano. Check flights with your airline and arrange onward road travel to Gumel.
- By road
- Travelling from Kano, Dutse or Hadejia? Open a route to Gumel in Google Maps: These links lead to Gumel town. Check the route and road conditions with your driver before travelling.
- Finding GEF
- The GEF Complex is at No. 12, Hadejia Road, Gumel, Jigawa State. Contact GEF for local directions.
- Parking and drop-off
- Contact GEF to confirm arrangements before setting off. Event-specific parking, drop-off and shuttle arrangements are not yet published here.
GEF Motel
Contact the Foundation about accommodation for your visit to Gumel. The motel helps support GEF's charitable programmes.
Tell the team your plans
- Your arrival and departure dates and number of guests.
- Any bed preferences or access needs.
Ask about available rooms, current charges, amenities and booking conditions.
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Official updates
The Enthronement is on . The ceremony time and programme of events are not yet available.
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