The Zamfara State Council of Chiefs has bestowed the traditional title of Jagaban-Matan-Zamfara on Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, in recognition of her contributions to women’s welfare, girl-child development and humanitarian activities.
The First Lady received the honour on Friday during her visit to the state for the All Progressives Congress (APC) North-West Women Stakeholders’ Mobilisation, Mega Rally and Empowerment Programme.
The Chairman of the Council of Chiefs and Emir of Anka, Attahiru Ahmad, announced the title while receiving Mrs Tinubu in Gusau, where she paid homage to the traditional institution.
She was accompanied by the wife of the Vice President, Nana Shettima; Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Ibrahim; and spouses of governors from the North-West region.
Others in her entourage included the Director-General of the APC Presidential Campaign Council, Senator Abdul’aziz Yari, and Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, alongside other dignitaries.
The Emir explained that the title was in recognition of the First Lady’s dedication to improving the welfare of women, children and other vulnerable groups.
He also commended her contributions to national unity and development through the Renewed Hope Initiative, which focuses on promoting women’s economic empowerment and the social advancement of disadvantaged members of society.
The traditional ruler further acknowledged her support for programmes aimed at improving family welfare and promoting development across the country.
The ceremony attracted traditional rulers from the 14 local government areas of Zamfara, political office holders, APC leaders, women and youth groups, as well as thousands of supporters.
As part of the event, the council performed the traditional turbaning rites on Mrs Tinubu in line with the cultural traditions of the state.
In her response, the First Lady thanked the council and people of Zamfara for the recognition, describing the title as a renewed call to service.
She assured that she would continue to champion the welfare of women, children and vulnerable groups while supporting initiatives aimed at improving their living conditions.
Mrs Tinubu also reaffirmed her commitment to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, particularly its policies and interventions targeted at improving the welfare of women and families across the country.
(NAN)
