Muhammadu Aminu
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Muhammadu Aminu was the 17th Emir of Zazzau[1] and Chairman of Zazzau Emirate Council. He was succeeded by Alhaji Shehu Idris on February 8, 1975 following his demise.[2][3]
Aminu was selected by the council of kingmakers to succeed Ja'afaru Dan Isyaku, he was from the Katsinawa lineage of the ruling houses in Zaria which were four houses in number: Barebari, Katsinawa, Sullubawa and Mallawa. Prior to his appointment as emir, he was district head of Sabon Gari Local government area.[4]