The Emir of Bade and Deputy Chairman of Yobe State Council of Traditional Rulers, Alhaji Abubakar Umar Suleiman, has conferred the traditional title of Chigarin Bade on the Chief of Staff to the Yobe State governor, Alhaji Abdullahi Yusuf Gashua.
The appointment letter was formally presented to him during a colourful ceremony held at the Government House, Damaturu, the state capital.
The secretary of the Bade Emirate Council, Alhaji Mamman Saleh Suleiman, who is also the Majidadin Bade, delivered the letter on behalf of the Emir.
While presenting the title, the Majidadin Bade highlighted that such honours are reserved for individuals who have distinguished themselves through hard work, integrity and commitment to the progress of the Emirate and its people.
He described Alhaji Gashua as a credible and committed individual who has consistently supported and promoted the cultural heritage of the Bade Emirate.
According to him, the Emir expressed confidence in Alhaji Gashua’s ability to continue contributing to the growth and development of the Emirate and called on him to sustain his efforts in upholding the values and traditions of Bade and service to humanity.
In his reaction, Alhaji Gashua expressed gratitude to the Mai Bade for finding him worthy of the prestigious title and pledged to justify the trust reposed in him and continue his support for the Emirate’s progress.
He commended the Mai Bade as one of the most hardworking traditional rulers, deeply committed to the welfare, security and overall well-being of his subjects.
Gashua noted that Mai Bade’s reign has ushered in significant positive changes in the Emirate and prayed for God’s guidance and protection for the monarch in his responsibilities.
