About Shehu Abubakar
Lived 1938 – 2014 (aged 75–76). Shehu Abubakar was a Nigerian monarch.
Shehu Usman Abubakar (3 March 1938 – 27 May 2014) was a Nigerian traditional leader who served as the 10th Emir of Gombe from January 1984 until his death in May 2014. Abubakar Led the creation of Gombe State, one of Nigeria's 36 states, in 1996. He was the fifth son of the 9th Emir of Gombe, Mallam Abubakar Umar.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Shehu Abubakar?
Nigerian emir
When was Shehu Abubakar born?
Shehu Abubakar was born in 1938 in Gombe.
When did Shehu Abubakar die?
Shehu Abubakar died on 27 May 2014 in The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust.
What was Shehu Abubakar's occupation?
Shehu Abubakar was a monarch.
What nationality was Shehu Abubakar?
Shehu Abubakar was Nigerian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Shehu Abubakar. https://biography.guide/shehu-abubakar/
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