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The Managing Director of Sokoto State Media Corporation (SSMC), Alhaji Labaran Lumo Dundaye, says there should be defined roles for traditonal rulers in the ongoing amendment of the Nigerian Constitution.
He spoke in Sokoto on Tuesday when he led the management and staff of the corporation to felicitate Alhaji Hayatu Jibo Dallatu, the new District Head and Wada Sarkin Gabas of Tudun Wada in Sokoto Metropolis.
The delegation, which included members of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), was warmly received by the District Head and members of his entourage.
Dundaye said traditional rulers are playing a very good role in national affairs and should be part of the Constitution, with clear decision-making roles.
He also called for enhanced welfare for the royal fathers and their insulation from partisan politics.
The managing director said the delegation was at the palace to district head, who is also a journalist, to celebrate with their professional colleague on his appointment.
He described Hayatu Jibo Dallatu as a distinguished professional in the media industry, known for his integrity, dedication, patience and resilience.
Dundaye commended the Sokoto State Government and the Sultanate Council for finding him worthy of the traditional title.
Also speaking, the Chairperson of NAWOJ, Sokoto State Chapter, Hajiya Aisha Madawaki, congratulated the new District Head and prayed for Allah’s guidance and wisdom in the discharge of his responsibilities.
In his response, the District Head of Tudun Wada, Hayatu Jibo Dallatu, expressed appreciation to the management and staff of SSMC and the NAWOJ State Chapter for the visit.
He pledged to discharge his duties diligently and emulate the exemplary lifestyle of his late father, assuring the people of Tudun Wada that he would not let them down.
Hayatu Jibo Dallatu also thanked the Sokoto State Government for approving the reconstruction of the District Head’s palace.
In a related development, the delegation visited the residence of Ambassador Abubakar Shehu Wurno to condole with him over the death of his younger brother, Aminu Shehu Wurno, who died recently.
Prayers were offered for the repose of the deceased’s soul.
Responding, Ambassador Abubakar Shehu Wurno thanked the delegation for the condolence visit and prayed to Allah to reward them abundantly.
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