Governor Nasir El-Rufai of Kaduna state on Wednesday introduced the staff of the post to Lere’s new emir, Suleiman Umaru.
Mr. Umaru, an engineer, succeeded his uncle, the late Sarki Abubakar II, who died earlier this year.
During his speech on the occasion, Mr. El-Rufai asked the new emir to emulate his predecessor, the late Abubakar, a retired military general in the service of humanity.
“I enjoy that he emulates the late emir, Sarki Abubakar II, and rules the people of Lere with the fear of God and with justice.
The governor also promised the people of Lere that he will soon commission the construction of the Department of Agriculture of Kaduna State University in Lere.
The new emir, dressed in brown garb, a white embroidered ‘babban riga’ and a well-starched turban with matching brown royal shoes, thanked the governor for honoring the occasion.
El-Rufai introduces the staff of the post to the new Emir of Lere.
The occasion was followed by a large durbar organized by the emirate.
Decorated horses and riders in procession greeted the new emir and all the dignitaries who attended the event.
Zazzau’s Emir, Ahmed Bamalli, senior government officials, friends and sympathizers graced the occasion.
Residents who spoke with Newslodge He said that the election of Mr. Umaru as the new emir is welcomed by all citizens of the emirate.
“We in Lere are full of joy today. We thanked the Governor for coming here today to witness this story. Emir Umaru is loved by everyone and we are happy to see him today, ”said residents.