Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal has described traditional institutions as critical partners in the pursuit of peace and security, urging traditional rulers to promote peaceful coexistence in their respective communities.
The Governor made the call while presenting staff of office to the 19 Emirs of Zamfara State as part of activities marking the state’s 30th anniversary since its creation in 1996.
One after another, the traditional rulers received their staff of office, formally recognising their positions and responsibilities within their respective emirates.
Earlier, the anniversary celebrations featured a public lecture and a grand dinner and awards night.
At the public lecture, the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Olanipekun Ola Olukoyede was among the speakers.
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While acknowledging infrastructure projects undertaken by the Lawal administration, Olukoyede disclosed that the Commission had established a special unit to monitor government spending
At the 30th anniversary gala and awards night, a compendium containing about 550 names was presented for recognition of individuals who have contributed to the development of Zamfara State since its creation in 1996.
The anniversary activities attracted former Governors of the state, the Sultan of Sokoto, Sa’ad Abubakar III, as well as other prominent personalities from within and outside Zamfara State.
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