Governor Lawal gives staff of office and vehicles to 19 emirs in Zamfara

Governor Dauda Lawal has given staff of office and official vehicles to 19 emirs in Zamfara State. The ceremony took place at the Trade Fair Complex in Gusau, the state capital.

Dignitaries at the event included His Eminence the Sultan of Sokoto, the Etsu Nupe, and the Emir of Gwandu.

After taking their oaths of office, Governor Lawal handed out staff of office to 11 first-class emirs and eight second-class emirs.

Each new emir received a GAC ULTRA SUV (2025/2026 model), a MIKANO ZNA HILUX vehicle, and an EV ANTIQUE MODEL car (DDP). These vehicles are meant to help them travel and connect better with their communities.

In his speech, Governor Lawal said the event showed his administration’s recognition of traditional institutions as key parts of society and partners in promoting peace, stability, and development.

He added that the ceremony also showed his administration’s commitment to giving traditional rulers the support they need to do their jobs well.

He said, "The staff of office being presented today signifies the authority entrusted to you by the State."

“It also represents a responsibility to govern your respective domains with fairness, wisdom, integrity, and compassion.

“I expect every emir to carry out their responsibilities without discrimination, uphold justice, and ensure that the traditional institution remains accessible to all members of the community.

“Our people must find guidance, fairness, and reassurance in their traditional rulers.

“Recognising the importance of royal palaces as centres of traditional authority and community engagement, I reaffirm our commitment to completing the reconstruction and rehabilitation of the remaining royal palaces.

“This is part of our broader effort to strengthen these institutions and improve the conditions in which traditional rulers carry out their responsibilities.

“We are also providing official vehicles to the 19 emirs. These include GAC ULTRA SUVs (2025/2026 models), MIKANO ZNA HILUX vehicles, and EV ANTIQUE MODEL cars (DDP).

“This provision is intended to facilitate travel across your respective emirates, encourage closer engagement with your communities, and improve coordination with government institutions.

“I expect these vehicles to be properly maintained and used responsibly in support of your official duties.”

The governor also urged the royal fathers to build a strong partnership between their emirates and the State Government.

Earlier, the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar, urged the newly coronated emirs to stay loyal to the authority. He also encouraged them to respect and uphold the dignity of the traditional institution as they perform their duties.