The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has appointed the new Galadiman Kano alongside four other senior traditional councillors to hold various positions in the emirate.
The event took place at the Kano palace yesterday where the Wambai, Turaki and Tafida were also appointed and given staff of office.
The appointed persons include Galadimαn Καnο, Alhaji Munir Sanusi Bayero who is also the District Head of Bichi; Wamban Καnο, Alhaji Kabir Tijjani Hashim who is the District Head of Nassarawa; Turakin Καnο Alhaji Mahmud Ado Bayero, the District Head of Gwale; Tafidan Καnο, Adam Lamido Sanusi and Yariman Καnο, Alhaji Ahmad Abbas Sanusi.
Speaking after the turbaning, the emir enjoined them to remain exemplary leaders who have since demonstrated loyalty, humility and compassion to the common man.
“You have been chosen based on your track records and those of your families, most of you have shown and demonstrated loyalty to the emirate and our lineage, the people and the state in general.
“We are aware already of what you have been doing, you have been on the saddle to help the poor and are contributing immensely to the betterment of the society. I urge you all to keep it up and ensure that you borrow a leaf from your fathers. May God help you all in discharging your duties,” he said.
The turbaning was witnessed by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, other members of the state executive council, traditional and religious leaders, families and friends among many others.
Meanwhile, the 15th emir, Aminu Ado Bayero, also at the Nassarawa palace, appointed and turbaned Alhaji Sunusi Lamido Ado Bayero as the new Galadiman Kano.
