Gov. Matawalle buys 260 cars for traditional rulers in Zamfara for ‘maintaining peace’
The governor of Zamfara State, Bello Matawalle, on Wednesday, purchased 260 vehicles for traditional rulers in the state.
The flag-off of the vehicles was performed by the Sultan of Sokoto, Sa’ad Abubakar lll.
The cars included brand new Cadillac 2019 Model for 17 Emirs, 13 Senior District Heads and 230 District Heads and Hyundai Cars for Zamfara traditional rulers.
Speaking at the event, Matawalle said the gesture was in recognition of the role of traditional institutions in maintaining peace in the state.
“As we are all aware, the role of traditional rulers in fostering national unity, safeguarding our values, and serving as moral compass for our society cannot be overemphasised.
“As premier leaders in our communities, traditional rulers play key roles in resolving conflicts and in assisting government to provide fatherly advice to their subjects in the interest of promoting peace and harmony.
“As our leaders, we would stay steadfastly committed to providing for your welfare, safety, and any essential support that will allow you to carry out your duties without incident and with bigger successes,” Mr. Matawalle said.
The governor said the gesture was made also in recognition of the status of traditional institutions as custodians of religion and culture as well as vehicles of cohesion and peace.
He expressed willingness to strengthen the traditional institutions and appreciate their efforts in tackling challenges arising from conflicts to build a more peaceful and prosperous state.
The Governor explained that his administration had never taken critical decisions regarding issues of public concern without due consultation with the royal fathers.
“We rely on you for feedback regarding the impact of our policies as they affect the general public.
“We always sit together with you to evaluate our policies, debate new options and strategise towards achieving the common objective of building a new Zamfara.
“This, we shall continue all the time, by the grace of God,” he said.
According to him, government will continue to work with the traditional institution to create a friendly environment for those wishing to contribute their fair share to the progress of Zamfara.
He said government was also rehabilitating and reconstructing some of the palaces of the emirs, noting that some of the projects would soon be completed.
The governor appreciated the Sultan for attending the flag-off and the inauguration of the secretariat of State Council of Ulama (religious leaders).
Earlier, the Sultan applauded the governor for the gesture and urged the traditional rulers to ensure they maintained their role as fathers by offering articulate and sincere advice to political leaders.
The Sultan expressed gratitude to Governor Matawalle for his concern about the welfare of the two important institutions which remained the thread that held society together.
He, however, called on the beneficiaries to continue to support the administration of Gov. Matawalle by offering their best efforts in ending the challenges facing the people.
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