Zamfara Governor presents staff of office, vehicles to 19 Emirs

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has presented the staff of office and official vehicles to 19 emirs across the state to strengthen traditional institutions and enhance grassroots administration.

The presentation ceremony, which took place in Gusau, the state capital, to mark the 30th anniversary of Zamfara State, brought together all 19 monarchs, including some who were appointed before the current administration but were not formally coronated.

Addressing the monarchs, the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, urged them to always uphold the fear of God and speak the truth without fear or favour.

The Sultan also expressed concern over the poor condition of the Sokoto-Gusau Road and called on relevant authorities to take urgent action.

Governor Lawal described the coronation as a milestone in the history and governance of the state. He stated that since Zamfara’s creation in 1996, traditional institutions have consistently maintained social order, preserved cultural values, and fostered harmonious relationships among communities.

The governor charged the traditional rulers to discharge their responsibilities with fairness, wisdom, integrity, and compassion.

He also urged them to support government policies at the grassroots while providing honest counsel and constructive guidance.

On security, Governor Lawal instructed the monarchs to strengthen collaboration with security agencies by providing credible information and mobilising community support. He warned them against the protection or concealment of criminal elements, irrespective of their identities or affiliations.

The state distributed official vehicles to all 19 emirs, To facilitate their movement and improve coordination with government institutions.

Governor Lawal urged the monarchs to ensure proper maintenance and to use the vehicles for official assignments.

He also promised to complete the reconstruction and rehabilitation of the remaining royal palaces across the state to improve the working environment of the traditional rulers.