Emir of Gombe Palace
ABOUT
Emir of Gombe Palace is the ruling base of the ruler of the Gombe Emirate. It was built by the 10th Emir of Gombe, Late Shehu Usman Abubakar, who ruled from January 1984 to May 2014. Shehu Usman Abubakar played a crucial role in the creation of Gombe State in the late 90s. The palace is situated in Gombe, a fast-growing state in northeastern Nigeria.
The Emir of Gombe Palace is one of the cultural points of pride of the Gombe State people. For several years it has been reputed as a major site attraction in Gombe. Because of its magnificent structure, the palace is recognized as the most outstanding architectural design in Gombe State. It is also famous in Nigeria for its excellent architectural design.
The Gombe State Emirate was established in 1804 by Abubakar "Buba Yero" dan Usman Subande, the first ruler of the realm (1762 - 1841). Since then it has been ruled by 12 rulers.
Emrirs of Gombe State From 1804 To Present
- Abubakar "Buba Yero" dan Usman Subande (1804 - 1841)- Sulaymanu dan Abubakar (1841 - 1844)
- Muhammadu Kwairanga dan Abi Bakar (1844 - 1882)
- Abd al-Qadiri Zaylani dan Muhammadu (1882 - 1888)
- Hasan dan Muhammadu (1888 - 1895)
- Tukur dan Muhammadu (1895 - 1898 )
- Jalo dan Muhammadu (1898 - 1898)
- Umaru dan Muhammadu (1898 - 1922 )
- Haruna dan Umaru (1922 - 1935)
- Abu Bakar dan Umaru (1936 - 1984 )
- Shehu Usman Abubakar (1984 - 2014)
SERVICES
It serves as a venue for durbar; the tradition of holding court and formal reception.
BEST FEATURES
- Beautiful Architectural Design
- Site Attraction
WHO CAN VISIT
Entrance to the Emir of Gombe Palace is strictly by initation by the emir and his cabinet.BEST TIME TO VISIT
Anytime of the year
SAFETY
This is very safe location.Reason For Loving Place
The palace houses the Emir of Gombe who is the traditional and religious head of the Gombe Emirate. As such, the palace is a major attraction in Gombe hosting people who seek to curry favors, tourists, muslim faithfuls and other traditional workers. It also serves as a venue for durbar; the tradition of holding court and formal reception.
What To Bring
["Camera to capture the sights and take selfies with","A covering shawl if you are a female in respect of the local traditions","Sun glasses","A huge smile on your face!"]
Ways Of Travel
By car and motorbike
Reason To Recommend Place
This is one of the Most-Visit spots in Gombe. The palace is known for blending contemporary architectural styles to such brilliant ways, the son of President Bush even praised this masterpiece during his visit.