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Niger State Governor and Chairman North Central States Governor’s Forum NCSGF Abubakar Sani Bello has felicitated with the state Commissioner of Finance, Alhaji Zakari Abubakar on his conferment with the new title of Ajiyan Nupe by the Etsu Nupe and Chairman Niger State Council of Traditional Rulers, His Royal Majesty, Dr. Yahaya Abubakar III.
The Governor in a statement, the congratulated the commissioner describing the title of Ajiyan Nupe as a true reflection of the general personality and character of the commissioner.
Governor Sani Bello eulogized the commissioner while expressing confidence in his ability to add value to the progress and development of Bida Emirate in particular and the Nupe Kingdom in general.
“The turbanning of Zakari Abubakar as the Ajiyan Nupe by the Etsu Nupe shows trust and confidence in his ability and I am not surprised with the honour bestowed on the commissioner because he has been diligent and outstanding in the discharge of his duties”.
He urged the Commissioner not to let the Etsu Nupe and the entire people of the Emirate down and equally charged him not to relent in doing what is right adding that the title conferred on him has brought him much closer to the people at the grassroots, hence the need to remain steadfast and forthright.
“The conferment of this title of Ajiyan Nupe on you is no fanfare, it’s meant to protect the dignity of your people and uphold the culture and tradition, you must do your best to serve the Emirate without blemish”, he said.
The Governor further described the newly turbanned Ajiyan Nupe as a workaholic and dedicated public officer throughout his career as a Civil Servant before his appointment into the state executive council.
Governor Sani Bello appreciated the Etsu Nupe for identifying and recognizing excellence, productivity and hardwork stressing that such honour will spur others to serve humanity in the best possible manner.
Mary Noel-Berje
Chief Press Secretary
to the Governor of Niger State.
