Thousands of people including elites have gathered in Zaria to give their last respect at the funeral of the late Emir of Zazzau, Shehu Idris.
Recall that the Emir, Shehu Idris died mid-Sunday at the 44 Army Referral Hospital in Kaduna and he was the 18th Emir of Zazzau.
Reports revealed that the corpse of the Emir was transported to Zaria in a hearse around late afternoon, in time for Janazah prayers scheduled for 5pm.
Many prominent Nigerians from all walks of life have condoled with the family of the deceased, Kaduna state government and the entire people of Kaduna.
President Muhammadu Buhari voiced shock and grief over the death of the emir.
