The Governor of Kebbi State, Nasir Idris, on Wednesday, presented a Toyota Land Cruiser to each of the four First Class Emirs in the state.
The keys to the vehicles were handed over one by one to several dignitaries, including the Emir of Gwandu, Alhaji Muhammadu Iliyasu Bashar; the Emir of Argungu, Alhaji Sama’ila Muhammadu Mera; the Emir of Yauri, Dr. Muhammad Zayyanu ABDULLAHI; and the representative of the Emir of Zuru, General Muhammad Sani Sami.
He said, “Your Royal Highnesses, my administration recognises the importance of all institutions, the government has given new vehicles to members of the House of Assembly, to Commissioners, to Security Services as well as Chairmen of Boards, Departments and Agencies for optimal operation”
“Today, we are taking care of Royal Fathers of your transportation problems, because you are riding in old vehicles.
“morally speaking, as a government, we know what traditional rulers are doing nationwide in contributing to peace and stability among communities.
“We must be alert to our responsibility, we uphold the high esteem of traditional institutions as foundation for social cohesion.
“The jeeps presented to the Emirs are exactly what the governor is riding, this is to preserve the sanctity of the Royal Fathers.
“Wherever you go with the vehicles, you will be recognised with honour as 1st Class Emirs from Kebbi State.
“My administration seeks Constitutional role for Traditional Rulers, we rely on them as problem solvers, traditional institutions are of paramount importance in societal growth and prosperity.“
