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From Desmond Mgboh, Kano
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf has inaugurated the reconstituted Kano Council of Emirs.
The Council is chaired by the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, with the three other Emirs of Gaya, Karaye and Rano as members.
Speaking at the occasion, Yusuf said the inauguration was aimed at enabling the traditional institution to function effectively and efficiently in the state
He described Kano’s traditional institution as pillar of history, guardian of people’s values and custodian of heritage while adding that they are engines of social stability and an indispensable partner of governance.
The inauguration, he stressed, reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to preserve Kano’s cultural legacy, strengthen good governance, and deepen partnership with the Emirates.
He remarked that the Council would serve as a meeting point for the Emirs to deliberate and offer far-reaching counsel on matters that affect their people.
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Earlier, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Chieftaincy Affairs, Tijjani Muhammad Naniya said the Governor had revived a history of over 700 years, a period when Kano Emirs were united for common good with the Emir of Kano as head.
The Emir of Kano and Chairman of the Council, Muhammadu Sanusi II, speaking on behalf of the three member Emirs, said the revival and inauguration of the Council was timely. End.
