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| Image: Emir Sanusi II with Gov Namadi and other entourage during the visit. |
By Muhammad Salisu
The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II has paid a condolence visit to Jigawa, following the devastating petroleum tanker explosion in Majia, Taura Local Government Area of the State
Speaking when he paid the visit to Governor Umar Namadi on Sunday at Government House, Dutse, the Emir expressed his deepest sympathies to the Government and people of Majia, describing the incident as a sad moment.
"I have come to express my deepest condolences to you and the people of Majia and the entire people of the state on behalf of the Kano emirate," the Emir said.
The monarch noted the long-standing relationship between Kano and Jigawa states, emphasizing that the District Head of Majia is like a younger brother to him.
The 16th Emir of Kano who was escorted to the Government House by the Emir of Dutse Alhaji Hameem Nuhu Sanusi explained that, he was seriously disturbed by the number of youths affected by the tragedy, adding that, "We're worried about the number of youths that were affected... even if it's only life that was lost, it matters, not to talk about close to 200 lives that were destroyed."
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| Image: Emir Sanusi II and Emir Hameem while leaving the presidential lodge, Government House Dutse after paying the condolence visit. |
He offered words of comfort, saying, "We can only pray to Allah SWT to grant them rest in Janatul Fridaus and those who are in the various hospitals grant them quick recovery."
Responding, Governor Umar Namadi thanked the Emir for his visit, describing it as inspiring.
"It is not all the time that one finds a traditional ruler like you making this kind of visit," the governor said.
The Emir also commended the governor's swift response to the crisis and his overall administration.
Muhammad Sanusi II recalled his recent meeting with the British envoy, who praised the governor's leadership style and the human face development he's government is providing to the people of Jigawa State..
Newskeeper learned that, The visit highlighted the solidarity between Kano and Jigawa states, as the Emir and Governor Namadi reaffirmed their commitment to supporting each other in times of need.
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