By Abba Hamisu Sani
Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje of Kano state said, the creation of 4 additional Emirates in the state, demonstrates how committed and determined his administration is in the promotion of traditional institutions.
He made this known, during the Coronation ceremony of the Emir of Bichi, Nasiru Ado Bayero, when he was administered with the Staff of Office, at Bichi stadium, Bichi, Saturday, assuring that he would continue to do his best to further support traditional institutions in the state.
“The creation of four additional Emirates, Bichi Emirate inclusive, has demonstrated our practical commitment to the promotion of traditional institutions in Kano state….with this, development can easily go down to grassroots,” he stated.
Expressing his gratitude for those who attended the event, the governor acknowledged that, “We are grateful for this show of friendship and for honouring our invitation.”
“I am so over-joyed to take part in another historic event of the coronation of another First-Class Emir in Kano state, in the person of Alhaji Nasiru Ado Bayero. The Second Emir of Bichi Emirate Council. The son of the 13th Fulani Emir of Kano, the late Alhaji Ado Bayero,” he appreciated.
In describing the Emir of Bichi, he said “Distinguished guests, His Highness the Emir of Bichi is a distinguished technocrat, a Banker per excellence and a successful entrepreneur.”
Governor Ganduje reminded that, prior to the appointment of the Emir, he (Emir) served as the District Head of Nassarawa and Tarauni local government councils, adding that “He even held the title of Turaki and Chiroma of Kano. Selecting him to serve as Bichi Emir is apt, considering his royal pedigree and extraordinary leadership qualities.”
He said he was optimistic that, “Bichi will experience extensive transformation under the stewardship of Alhaji Nasiru Ado Bayero. Kano state government appreciates tremendous contribution of traditional institutions in promoting peace and harmonious coexistence among the people of the state.”
The representative of President Muhammadu Buhari, Chief of Staff to the President, Prof Ibrahim Gambari, extended the greetings of the President to the celebrant, Emir of Bichi, Bayero.
President Buhari according to Gambari, said “I am delighted to congratulate His Royal Highness on the occasion of your well-deserved installation as the Emir of Bichi today Saturday, 21st August, 2021.”
“Your turbaning is a providential one in the history of our country. When the prevailing social and political conditions provided the opportunity for emerging leaders,” he said.
Acknowledging further that, “My friend the late Emir of Kano, Alhaji Ado Bayero was a symbol of unity, not only within the Kingdom, but in Northern Nigeria and the country as a whole.
I am confident that you will exhibit similar leadership quality and much more as you demonstrated in the last few months of your Emirate. I wish to assure you of my support for you to leave a successful legacy.”
The celebrant, the Emir, thanked President Buhari and the Governor for their support.
He called on people to plant trees for healthier environment, adding that, “We will do our best to secure of our society.”
