The Chairman of the Northern Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NNGF) and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has congratulated the Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) and Governor of Kwara State, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, on his turbaning as the Sardauna of Ilorin by the Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari.
Governor Yahaya, on behalf of his colleagues in the NNGF, described the conferment of the prestigious traditional title on Governor AbdulRazaq as a well-deserved honour and a fitting recognition of his contributions to public service, leadership and the development of Kwara State and Northern Nigeria.
He said the title of Sardauna carries profound historical significance in Northern Nigeria, traditionally associated with leadership, service, courage, responsibility and devotion to the welfare of the people.
Against this background, Governor Yahaya said the choice of Governor AbdulRazaq for the revered title by the Emir of Ilorin was particularly fitting, reflecting his record of service, leadership qualities and commitment to the progress of his people.
The NNGF Chairman commended Emir Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari for his thoughtful and discerning choice, noting that the traditional institution had honoured a public servant whose conduct in office has continued to demonstrate humility, integrity and a strong sense of responsibility.
Governor Yahaya particularly lauded Governor AbdulRazaq’s leadership of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, describing him as a responsible, consultative and dependable colleague whose disposition has contributed to constructive engagement and stronger collaboration among the 36 state governors.