The Emir of Daura, His Royal Highness Alhaji Umar Faruk Umar, has conferred the traditional title of Jakadiyar Kasar Hausa on Mrs. Folashade Tinubu-Ojo, Iyaloja-General of Nigeria and Lagos and daughter of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The Emir also bestowed the title of Mairamar Kasar Hausa on the Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa.
The colourful ceremony took place at the Emir’s Palace in Daura shortly after the Hawan Magajiya, popularly known as Sallar Gani.
Governor Malam Dikko Umaru Radda attended the historic occasion alongside the Chief of Staff, Hon. Abdulkadir Mamman Nasir; Principal Private Secretary, Hon. Abdullahi Aliyu Turaji; and several female traditional title holders who gathered at the palace to witness the occasion.
The titles were conferred in recognition of the recipients’ contributions to society, particularly their efforts in promoting cultural heritage, women’s empowerment and community development.
The conferment further highlighted the enduring cultural traditions of the Daura Emirate and the importance of recognising individuals who contribute to the promotion and preservation of Hausa culture and heritage.
The ceremony attracted top government officials, traditional rulers, dignitaries and other traditional title holders who gathered at the palace to witness the historic occasion.
