The new Emir of Kano, Lamido Sanusi II, on Friday turbaned Sa’ad Shehu Gidado as the new Waziri of Kano, replacing Muhammad Nasir, whose appointment by the late Emir, Ado Bayero, on June 6, was rejected by the state government.
Speaking at the ceremony in Kano, the Emir charged the new Waziri to “work diligently for the progress of Kano Emirate”. He said the title was based on merit and urged him to discharge his duties with utmost fear of God”.
Mr. Sanusi implored him to justify the confidence reposed in him by providing meaningful advice, which would assist in ensuring justice and fairness to all. The Emir also called on the appointee to cooperate with other council members to enable him discharge his duties effectively. Responding, the new Waziri thanked the Emir for giving him the opportunity to serve the emirate. He pledged to work with justice and fairness for the accelerated development of the emirate.
