As part of his efforts to restore the dignity and respect of the traditional institutions in the State, Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed has directed the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs to immediately begin the process of upward review of the allowances of traditional rulers in the state in line with the present economic reality.
The Governor gave the directive on Wednesday when the Emir of Katagum, Alhaji Umar Farooq, led traditional rulers from the Emirate on a Sallah homage to the Governor at the Council Chambers, Government House, Bauchi.
Bala Mohammed said that the upward review of the allowances is to meet the needs of the traditional rulers by addressing the challenges they are facing in discharging their assigned responsibilities so as to discourage them from engaging in corruption and other criminal activities.
He also appreciated the understanding and mutual working relationship existing between his administration and members of traditional institutions in the state and promised the government’s continued support to the institution to achieve the desired objectives.
Bala Mohammed also appreciated the Emir’s unwavering commitment to the protection of the lives and property of his subjects and expressed gratitude to him for his numerous contributions to his administration’s successes.
He affirmed that his administration will continue to carry everybody along in the scheme of things.
Earlier, the Emir of Katagum, Alhaji Umar Farooq, commended Governor Bala Mohammed for his administration’s developmental projects, of which the Emirate is a beneficiary.
He reaffirmed his Emirate’s support and loyalty to the present administration telling the Governor that his Emirate has directed all Mosques within the Emirate to embark on a fervent prayer for the support of the present administration in the state.
The Emir further commended the Governor for his efforts towards numerous infrastructural and developmental projects across the Katagum zone as well as the entire Bauchi State.
He also said that the Katagum Emirate and the whole Bauchi State Traditional Institution are happy with the governor’s sterling performances in terms of infrastructural development.
Umar Farooq also lauded the Governor’s relentless efforts towards the progress and prosperity of the state saying that under the dynamic leadership of Governor Bala Mohammed, the state has witnessed significant strides in various sectors.
According to him, “Considering its tireless commitment to the development of our state, which has transformed it into a thriving hub of prosperity, we thank the Governor.”
He said that the Katagum Emirate Council is grateful for the governor’s vision, his passion, and his unwavering determination to bring about significant growth in the state.
He said Bauchi State will continue to witness sustained growth and development considering the governor’s agenda in terms of developmental ideologies, which is driven by Governor Bala Mohammed’s deep-rooted compassion for the masses, which is evident in the numerous projects and programmes underway.
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