Journalist Bags Traditional Title in Jigawa
By: Ahmed Aminu, Dutse
A journalist working with Jigawa State Television, Alhaji Ibrahim Isyaku has been turbaned as first Sarkin Dawaki of Birnin Kudu district of the state.
The turbanning followed his appointment by District Head of Birnin Kudu, Alhaji Usaini Hassan Birnin Kudu and approved by the Emir of Dutse, Alhaji Hamim Nuhu Sunusi.
The colourful event was marked by traditional music, dances, and horse riding.
It attracted dignitaries from all walks of life from within and outside Jigawa state.
The District Head said Ibrahim was appointed Sarkin Dawaki based on merit, considering his moral integrity, professionalism, selfless commitment to community service, and dedication to addressing challenges and issues of public interest.
“With the approval of His Highness, the Emir of Dutse, Alhaji Hameem Nuhu Sanusi, I hereby appoint Ibrahim Isyaku as Sarkin Dawakin Birnin Kudu.
“I charge you to uphold the traditions, cultural norms, and regulations of the emirate in discharging your responsibilities,” he added.
“I hope you will bring your experience, skills, parental moral discipline, and pedigree to promote the Birnin Kudu Palace, offer more selfless service to the Dutse Emirate, Jigawa State, and humanity at large.”
In his remarks after the turbaning, the pioneer Sarkin Dawakin Birnin Kudu thanked the District Head for finding him worthy of this exalted position and promised to uphold the confidence reposed in him.
