Muhammadu Sani Bako IIIpronunciationⓘ (born April 22, 1972) is a prominent member of Gwandara people and a first-class Emir of New Karshi in Nasarawa.
[6][7] He holds a Doctor of Philosophy, PhD in Political Economy and Development Studies from the University of Abuja.
[9] Bako II was crowned the first Emir of New Karshi on January 2, 1981, with a fourth class status in ranking.
On January 1, 1997, the throne was upgraded to third class traditional ruler status by the pioneer military administrator of Nasarawa State, Wing Commander Ibrahim Abdullahi.
[9][11] In a surprise move to help his subjects, Emir Bako III in 2017 mobilised Karshi, Rafin Kwarra, Pyanko, Gidan Maigagah, Gidan Waziri, Orozo and Zokonu for community service to fill potholes on the roads and fix three collapsed bridges along Karshi/Rafin Kwarra and Pyanku road.