Zamfara State governor, Dauda Lawal, has presented staff of office and official vehicles to 19 emirs in the state. The presentation took place during a coronation ceremony at the Trade Fair Complex in Gusau, the state capital, on Saturday, October 31, 2026. The ceremony was attended by prominent traditional rulers, including the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar; the Etsu Nupe; and the Emir of Gwandu. This event marked a significant milestone in the state's efforts to strengthen traditional institutions.
The 19 emirs, comprising 11 first-class and eight second-class traditional rulers, received their respective staffs of office and three vehicles each. The vehicles provided were a GAC ULTRA SUV (2025/2026 model), a MIKANO ZNA HILUX vehicle, and an EV ANTIQUE MODEL car (DDP). According to the state government, these vehicles are intended to facilitate the traditional rulers' movements across their respective emirates, strengthen their engagement with communities, and improve coordination with government institutions.
Governor Lawal emphasized that the presentation reflected his administration's recognition of the traditional institution as an enduring pillar of society and an important partner in promoting peace, stability, and development. He reaffirmed the government's commitment to giving traditional rulers the recognition and institutional support required to discharge their responsibilities effectively. The governor's remarks highlighted the significance of traditional institutions in Zamfara State.
During the ceremony, Governor Lawal urged the emirs to discharge their responsibilities without discrimination, uphold justice, and ensure that traditional institutions remained accessible to all members of their communities. He stressed that the staff of office being presented signified the authority entrusted to them by the state and represented a responsibility to govern their respective domains with fairness, wisdom, integrity, and compassion.
The governor also reaffirmed his administration's commitment to completing the reconstruction and rehabilitation of the remaining royal palaces. This initiative is part of broader efforts to strengthen traditional institutions and improve the conditions under which rulers perform their duties. Additionally, he called on the emirs to build a productive partnership between their respective emirates and the state government.
The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar, who attended the ceremony, urged the newly coronated emirs to remain loyal to the constituted authority and uphold the dignity of the traditional institution. He encouraged them to discharge their responsibilities in a manner that would preserve the institution's standing and enable them to serve their communities effectively. The Sultan's remarks underscored the importance of traditional institutions in maintaining social order.
The presentation of staff of office and vehicles to the 19 emirs marks a significant step in Zamfara State's efforts to empower traditional institutions. With these resources, the emirs are expected to enhance their engagement with communities, improve coordination with government agencies, and promote peace and development in their respective emirates. The event concluded with a renewed commitment to strengthening traditional institutions and promoting collaboration between the state government and traditional rulers.
Key points
- Zamfara State governor presents staff of office and vehicles to 19 emirs to strengthen traditional institutions.
- The presentation aims to facilitate traditional rulers' movements, engagement with communities, and coordination with government institutions.
- Governor Lawal reaffirms administration's commitment to supporting traditional institutions and promoting peace and development.
