By Lurwanu Idris Malikawa
Kano State Deputy Governor, Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo, on Wednesday represented Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf at the turbaning of Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, as the Sardauna of Ilorin.
The ceremony, held at the Emir’s Palace in Ilorin, was attended by governors, political leaders, traditional rulers and other dignitaries from across the country.
AbdulRazaq was conferred with the traditional title by the Emir of Ilorin and Chairman of the Kwara State Council of Chiefs, Dr Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari.
Earlier in the day, Garo also represented Governor Yusuf at the commissioning of the Kwara Garment Factory by Vice President Kashim Shettima.
The deputy governor joined other government officials and dignitaries at the event, which marked the commencement of activities at the newly commissioned facility.
According to a statement by Lurwanu Idris Malikawa Garu, Public Relations Officer, Deputy Governor’s Office, Kano State, Garo’s participation in the two events represented the presence and goodwill of the Kano State Government.
The activities ended with a reception and luncheon at the Atlantic Events Palace, Ilorin, attended by dignitaries and invited guests.
