The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has appointed Alhaji Munir Sanusi Bayero as the new Galadiman Kano, along four other senior councillors.

Other appointees include Alhaji Kabir Tijjani Hashim, the District Head of Nassarawa, who becomes the new Wamban Kano; Alhaji Mahmud Ado Bayero, the District Head of Gwale, appointed as the Turakin Kano; Adam Lamido Sanusi as Tafidan Kano; and Alhaji Ahmad Abbas Sanusi as Yariman Kano.

Speaking during the turbaning ceremony, Emir Sanusi urged the new title holders to remain exemplary leaders and continue to uphold the values of service, humility and compassion toward the people.

?You have been chosen based on your track records and that of your families. Most of you have demonstrated unwavering loyalty to the emirate and our lineage and have contributed immensely to supporting the poor and advancing society. I urge you all to emulate your forebears. May God guide you in discharging your duties,? he said.

The event, which held at the Emir?s Palace on Friday was attended by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, members of the state executive council, traditional and religious leaders, family members and well-wishers.

In a parallel development, the 15th Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, also appointed and turbaned Alhaji Sunusi Lamido Ado Bayero as the Galadiman Kano at the Nassarawa mini palace. (Daily Trust)

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