By Sarah NEGEDU
The Emir of Zuru, Dr. Muhammadu Sani Gomo ll, has approved the conferment of the traditional title of Sadaukin Zuru on the General Manager of Labana Rice Mills, Alh. Abdullahi Zuru.
The prestigious title, the first of its kind, was said to have been initiated in recognition of Abdullahi Zuru’s valuable contributions to the promotion of peace, unity and development in Zuru Emirate over the years.
A letter of notification signed by the Emir explained that the first Sadaukin Zuru is expected to serve as an adviser to His Royal Highness on all matters affecting the Emirate.
Our correspondent gathered that shortly after the receipt of the appointment letter at the Chief Imam of Zuru’s family house, the Chief Imam of Zuru Central Mosque, Alhaji Suleiman Tanko led a delegation to the Emir’s palace to express their gratitude to the Emir for considering a member of the family for the appointment.
In his brief remarks, the Emir said he had followed the remarkable track records of the new Sadauki in promoting peaceful coexistence, defending and protecting the interests of the Emirate.
He specifically noted his selfless roles when he served the former Executive Governor of Kebbi State, Alh. Adamu Aliero to date.
The Emir further announced that the appointment of the Sadauki was the beginning of a total reorganisation of the Zuru Emirate traditional title holders council, aimed at bringing in individuals with credible track record of remarkable contributions and possess the capacity to selflessly promote the Emirate and influence provision of developmental projects and programmes to the Emirate.
The seasoned journalist who also holds the traditional title of Danmasanin Rafin Zuru, served as a media adviser to the former governor of Kebbi State and one time minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Alh. Adamu Aliero.
