By Aminu Dalhatu
The Emir of Gusau, Alhaji Abdulkadir Ibrahim Bello II, has called on residents of Zamfara State to sustain prayers for lasting peace, security and stability in the state and Nigeria at large.
The Emir made the call in Gusau during a grand reception organised by the Gusau Emirate to celebrate his coronation and formal recognition as the traditional ruler following the presentation of his Staff of Office by Governor Dauda Lawal.
The ceremony attracted a large gathering of sons and daughters of the Gusau Emirate, including politicians, businesspeople, youths, women groups, development associations and other stakeholders.
As part of the event, district heads, members of the Emirate Council, community and religious leaders, alongside their subjects, paid homage to the Emir in a show of solidarity and loyalty to his leadership as the Sarkin Katsinan Gusau and Emir of Gusau.
The occasion also provided an opportunity for residents of the Emirate to celebrate their rich cultural heritage through traditional dances, songs, displays involving animals and among other cultural performances.
Addressing the gathering, Alhaji Abdulkadir Ibrahim Bello II, urged the people to shun sinful acts that could attract the wrath of Allah, stressed the importance of religious devotion, mutual respect and peaceful coexistence.
He also called on residents to remain law-abiding, fear Allah and intensify prayers for divine intervention in addressing the security challenges facing Zamfara State.
The Emir said, “My message to you is that you should always be law-abiding and live peacefully with one another for the promotion of peace, development and economic growth.”
He expressed appreciation to Governor Dauda Lawal for recognising and honouring the traditional institution, describing the presentation of the Staff of Office as a long-awaited development.
The Emir also thanked the people of Gusau and the entire Zamfara State for their support, cooperation and solidarity, assuring them of his commitment to promoting unity and development within the Emirate.
Editing By Yusuf Zubairu
