Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto, has approved the appointment of eight new district heads to fill vacant traditional positions across the state.
The appointments followed recommendations by the Sokoto Sultanate Council, according to a statement signed by the Secretary of the Sultanate Council, Sa’idu Muhammad Maccido Danburan Sokoto.
Those appointed are Salihu Sarkin Noma Kadadi as Sarkin Arewan Kadadi; Isah Daudu Gidan Madi as Ausan Gidan Madi; Gidado Muhammad Dabagi as Sarkin Gabas Dabagin Ardo; and Hayatu Jibo Dallatu as Uban Kasar Tudun Wada.
Others are Abdullahi Muhammed Danchadi as Sarkin Zamfaran Danchadi; Hon. Umar Shehu Goronyo as Sarkin Gabas Goronyo; Alhaji Kabiru Marafa as Ajiyan Tsaki; and Muhammadu Buhari Mai Lato Gumbi as Ardon Wajake.
The statement said the formal turbaning ceremony for the new traditional rulers would be conducted by the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, at a date to be announced.
The Sultanate Council congratulated the appointees and urged them to justify the confidence reposed in them by contributing to peace, unity and development in their respective communities.
Meanwhile, the Sokoto State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists has congratulated one of its members, Hayatu Jibo Dallatu, on his appointment as Uban Kasar Tudun Wada.
In a statement jointly signed by the council’s Chairman, Usman Bunni, and Secretary, Muhammad Nasiru, the NUJ described the appointment as recognition of Dallatu’s experience, character and contributions to society.
The union said it was particularly pleased that one of its members had been entrusted with an important traditional responsibility, expressing confidence that his experience in journalism and community affairs would assist him in promoting peace, dialogue and mutual understanding.
According to the NUJ, Dallatu is an experienced journalist and media administrator who has worked with Rima Television Sokoto and the Voice of Nigeria and currently serves as General Manager of Alu FM Sokoto.
The union described him as humble, accessible and committed to maintaining cordial relationships, saying these qualities would be valuable in his new traditional role.
The NUJ also congratulated all eight newly appointed district heads and commended Governor Aliyu for recognising individuals it said could contribute to traditional administration and the development of the state.
It wished Dallatu and the other appointees wisdom and success in their new responsibilities.