The Sultan of Sokoto, Dr Sa’adu Abubakar, has conferred on Gov. Nasir Idris of Kebbi traditional tittle of “Gwarzon Daular Usmaniyya” for his excellent leadership in the state.
Conveying the letter of the conferment to the governor in Birnin Kebbi on Friday, the Emir of Argungu, Alhaji Samaila Muhammad-Mera, said the title was in recognition of his giant strides in infrastructural development in the state.
The letter reads, “We write to express our happiness and appreciation in recognition of your giant strides in the infrastructure development of Kebbi, and your cordial relationship with traditional institutions and other citizens across the state in particular, the North and Nigeria in general.
“Your efforts in the improvement of education, health, security and other social economic activities is worthy of commendation.
“Based on these achievements, we are pleased to confer on you the traditional title of “Gwarzon Daular Usmaniyya”.
Responding, Gov. Idris, expressed gratitude to the Sultan for finding him worthy of the title, reiterating his commitment to supporting traditional institutions as the custodian of tradition and culture. (NAN)