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  2. Gidan Rumfa - Wikipedia

    • The Gidan Rumfa, sometimes called the Gidan Sarki ("Emir's house"), is the palace of the Emir of Kano. Located in the city of Kano, Kano State, Nigeria, it was originally constructed in the late 15th century, with later transformations and additions made up to the 20th century. Since the reign of Rumfa, it has continuously been the residence of the traditiona… See more

    History

    Gidan Rumfa was originally built in the late 15th century on the outskirts of the town of Kano. The new building … See more

    Architecture

    The palace covers a space of about 33 acres and its open plan design is surrounded by walls up to 15 feet high. The structure is rectangular in shape and its landscape ecology can be divided into three classificatio… See more

    Town or cityKano
    CountryNigeria
    Alternative namesGidan Sarki
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    Today

    Gidan Rumfa houses the Emir and his wives, children and aides. The population resident in the Emir's private quarters numbers up to 200, while more than a thousand individuals live within the structure. T… See more

    Sources

    • Tanko, Momale (2014). Kano: Environment, Society and Development. London: Adonis & Abbey Publishers Ltd. See more

     
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  2. The Emir's Palace of Kano, Nigeria - Atlas Obscura

    Jan 28, 2022 · Walk through history in a palace that has seen centuries of Muslim rulers. Constructed in the 15th century, the Emir’s palace in Kano is the longest continued seat of …

     
  3. Emir's Palace - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2025)

    Aug 6, 2015 · The most striking example of Kano's traditional Hausa architecture, the Emir's Palace is accessible only to those invited by the Emir, but its sheer majesty makes it worth a …

  4. Palace of the Emir of Kano | ngConsulate

    The 14 hectare Emir of Kano Palace is the oldest and largest traditional palace in Northern Nigeria built by Sarkin Muhammadu Rumfa between 1463 and 1499 during and after which time the …

  5. Aminu Ado Bayero - Wikipedia

    Aminu Ado Bayero was born on August 21, 1961. His father, Ado Bayero, was the Emir of Kano from 1963 to 2014 [5] and the longest serving emir in the history of Kano.He is the second …

  6. Kano Emirate - Wikipedia

    The Kano Emirate was a Muslim state in northern Nigeria formed in 1805 during the Fulani jihad when the Muslim Hausa-led Sultanate of Kano was deposed and replaced by a new emirate …

  7. Top 10 Interesting Facts about Emir’s Palace, Kano …

    Aug 26, 2022 · The amazing Emir’s Palace is in Northern Nigeria located in the heart of ancient Kano city. In the Hausa language, the palace is known as Gidan Rumfa or Gidan Sarki after Sultan Muhammad Rumfa, under whom the palace …

  8. EMIR OF KANO

    EMIR OF KANO – NIGERIA. His Highness Alhaji Ado Bayero – LLD, CFR, JP. Born in the royal palace of Kano on 15 th June, 1930 while his father, Alhaji Abdullahi Bayero was emir. …

  9. Two Kings Battle for a Millennium-Old Throne in Nigeria

    Jul 3, 2024 · The emirs of Kano once had absolute power, ruling over their subjects from the intricately decorated palace in the city of Kano, an ancient commercial hub just south of the Sahara.

  10. Hausa Traditional Architecture, Emir's Palace

    The Emir's palace is a settlement within a settlement, covering an area of about 33 acres. Inside Gidan Rumfa. Gidan Rumfa meaning 'Rumfa's House' is home to the Emir of Kano, it was...

  11. Emirs of Kano's Palace - Nigeriagalleria

    The emir of Kano serves as the leader of the Tijaniyya sufi order in Nigeria, historically the second most important Muslim position in Nigeria after the Sultan of Sokoto who is the leader of the more populous Qadiriyya sufi order in Nigeria.

  12. Emir of Kano: "From Palace to Exile", Timeline of Events of How …

    May 24, 2024 · Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, the 14th Emir of Kano, is on his way back to the throne in the ancient city of Kano following his reinstatement by Governor Abba Yusuf ; …

  13. Nigeria's Emir of Kano Ado Bayero buried after palace funeral

    Jun 6, 2014 · Al-Haji Ado Bayero, on the throne in the northern city since 1963, died after a long illness at the age of 83. He was the longest-serving emir in Kano's history and sought to …

  14. Breaking news: Security agencies shut down Kano emir’s palace

    Dec 6, 2024 · Operatives of the Department of State Service (DSS), and Nigeria Police have closed entrance to the Palace of the Emir of Kano, where the 16th Emir, Muhammadu Sanusi …

  15. Sanusi vs Bayero: Police take over Kano Emir’s palace

    Dec 7, 2024 · The palace of the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has been taken over by security operatives. This came amid a legal battle with his rival, Ado Bayero.

  16. EMIR OF KANO - Kano Emirate

    Born in the royal palace of Kano on 15 th June, 1930 while his father, Alhaji Abdullahi Bayero was emir. Underwent Islamic education early within the confines of the palace. Also started formal …

  17. Kano Emir Sanusi Ignores Police Presence, Holds Court Session …

    Dec 6, 2024 · The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, made a bold appearance in full traditional regalia on Friday, December 6, as he presided over his routine court session at the …

  18. Tension in Kano as security operatives surround Emir Sanusi's …

    Dec 6, 2024 · There is palpable tension in Kano after security operatives barricaded the palace of Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II on Friday. The road leading to the emir’s palace was also …

  19. Kano Emir's palace barricade: Kano Govt blames FG, condemns …

    Dec 6, 2024 · The Kano State Government has accused the Federal Government of being behind the Friday security takeover of the palace of the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II.

  20. Shehu Sani reveals reason for heavy security presence at Kano …

    Dec 6, 2024 · A former senator who represented Kaduna Central in the national assembly, Shehu Sani has hinted at the cause of the rising tension at the Kano Emir’s palace.