Sultan of Sokoto confers traditional title on Kebbi Governor

Sultan of Sokoto confers traditional title on Kebbi Governor

The Sultan of Sokoto, Sa’adu Abubakar, has conferred on Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State the traditional title of “Gwarzon Daular Usmaniyya” for his leadership in the state. Conveying the letter of the conferment to the governor in Birnin Kebbi on Friday, the Emir of Argungu, Samaila Muhammad-Mera, said the title was in recognition of … Read more

Nigerian pilgrim dies in Mecca

Nigerian pilgrim dies in Mecca

A Nigerian pilgrim from Kebbi State died in Mecca on Saturday, 25 May. The pilgrim’s death occurred after a brief illness, an official said. The Nigerian Makkah Office Coordinator, Aliyu Tanko, announced the pilgrim’s death in a condolence message on behalf of the Chairman of the National Hajj Commission (NAHCON), Jalal Arabi. Mr Tanko expressed … Read more