Nick-named [Maje Abalago] was appointed by the new emir of Kano Aliyu to succeed his brother as a reward for their support in the civil war.

Throughout his reign, Abdulkadir 11 was in constant feud with turbulent neighbor Hadejawa who carried several expeditions into Dutse territory. Eventually, he met his death in their hand in an ambush at Shatari [a fortified village on Dutse’s border with Hadejia]. His butchered body was brought to Abalago where he was laid to rest.