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- Confer with the traditional title of Dokacin of Borgu kingdom
From John Adams, Minna
The Speaker of the Niger State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Abdulmalik Sarkindaji has called for a definite and a well defined role for the traditional institution in the country, saying it will not only enhance their contributions to national development but also address the current security situation in the country.
The Speaker stated this on Friday in New Bussa, Borgu local government area of the state when he was conferred with the traditional title of the Dokacin Borgu kingdom by his Royal Highness the Emir of Borgu Alhaji Mohammed Sani Haliru Dantoro (Kitoro 1V).
The conferment of the traditional title on the speaker and other distinguished personalities by the Emir was part of the activities marking his 10th anniversary on the throne of the Borgu kingdom.
The speaker pointed out that as the custodians of the culture and tradition of the people, a clear and well defined role will enable them contribute meaningfully to the development of the country, especially at the grassroots.
He said the traditional rulers could help greatly towards addressing the current security challenges bedevilling the country, adding that their close connection to the community gives them a potential role in local security efforts and community policing initiatives.
He pointed out however that “For them to help tackle the situation, there must be a clear and well defined role for them. There must be a legislation to that effect, and I am calling on states houses of assembly to support the call for a definite role for traditional institutions in the country’, he added.
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According to the speaker, despite the lack of a clear cut role, the traditional institutions in Nigeria has continued to play a crucial role in maintaining law and order, resolving conflicts, and promoting social and economic development at the local level.
“They act as a bridge between communities and the modern government, preserving cultural heritage and traditions while advising elected officials on various issues.
“They have continue to enforce rules within their domains, advising leaders, and mobilizing communities for collective action”, he added.
Other distinguished personalities within and outside the Borgu kingdom were conferred with different traditional titles by the Emir as part of the week long activities to mark his 10th anniversary on the throne.
The state governor Umaru Mohammed Bago, former governors, ministers, members of the National and the state Assembly, traditional rulers from within and outside the state graced the occasion.
