By Hassan Aminu
Dala Local Government Council has officially received two recently assigned District Heads of the Area
Speaking at the event, the Chief Councillor of the Emir of Kano and equally Makaman Kano District Head of Wudil, Alhaji Sarki Ibrahim, stated that in the past, such offices were only documented at the local government level.but at present the Monarch deemed it necessary for members of his council to personally accompany the appointees to their respective Chiefdoms hence he escorted Alhaji Yahaya Inuwa Abbas (Dan Galadima), to Dala, and Alhaji Aliyu Harazumi Umar (Dan Amar) to Gobirawa.
He prayed for God guidance and their utmost success and expressed the hope that their leadership would bring good tidings and blessings to the larger majority
In his remarks, the Chairman of Dala Local Government, Council, Alhaji Surajo Ibrahim Imam, expressed his satisfaction over the decision of the Emirate to carve additional Chiefdom in the Area which he described as a progression
He emphasized that the Emirate had acted appropriately by consulting the council before making the appointments and above all sought the guidance from the Kano State Government on selecting strategic locations for effective governance.
Alhaji Surajo Imam assured the new title holders of his full support in that respect towards the accelerated development of Dala and Kano State as a whole
He restated that he will remain accessible for constructive advice and criticism that will push the area forward as he also pledged to work with them especially in addressing issues pertaining appointment of ward heads and those among them who are yet to receive their entitlements with a view to ensuring they are handsomely compensated so as to carry their jobs devoid of complaints
He commended the outgone district head Alhaji Lamido Sunusi (Barden Kano) who was moved to Kumbutso for his utmost, sacrifice, patriotism,joviality frankness, dedication and hard work.
Speaking , the the immediate past traditional ruler Alhaji Lamido Sunusi described traditional leadership as having similarities with military service, as wherever one was transferred his traits will by and large escort him .
He highlighted some of the efforts that remain evergreen in his memory during his headship in Dala comprising fighting polio virus which he said earned him a special award, for that matter
He moreless pleaded for forgiveness from those he erred affirming that he had forgiven everyone.
In their separate speeches, his successor Alhaji Yahaya Inuwa Abbas (Dan Galadima), and the new District Head of Gobirawa, Alhaji Aliyu Harazumi Umar (Dan Amar), expressed their gratitude for the opportunity granted to serve.
Alhaji Yahaya noted that he came from Gwale, a renowned centre for learning, and transferred to the hub of the rich and politics which he said is the emblem of Dala promising to use his good office to promote education and healthcare
.On the other hand his colleague of Gobirawa Alhaji Aliyu Harazumi emphasized that while there used to be only one district head in the past for Local Government ,modern governance has necessitated multiple appointments to bring leadership closer to the people.
He assured the majority of their commitment to improving security and economic development, particularly in the industrial sector, and prayed for divine guidance in steering their responsibilities.
Speaking,Chairman of NNPP in Dala, Alhaji Dayyabu Ahmad Maiturare, assured the bride grooms of their full support aimed at ensuring the ends justify the means
He however called for the involvement of traditional leaders in the scheme of things so as to ensure rapid community development.
The event was attended by the Secretary of Dala Local Government, Alhaji Sharu Mannir Sharu, elected and appointed councillors, advisors to the Local Government Chairman, the District Head of Fagge (Sarkin Fadar Kano), village heads, and ward heads.
