By Abdullahi Mukhtar Algasgaini
Arc. Mohammed Namadi Sambo, former Vice President of Nigeria, was on Saturday turbaned as the Sardaunan Zazzau.
The historic ceremony was performed by the Emir of Zazzau, His Highness, Amb. Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli, at his palace in Zaria.
Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, presided over the event as the Special Guest of Honour and Chief Host, underscoring the significance of the chieftaincy title.
The event attracted a gathering of the nation’s political elite. Former President Goodluck Jonathan was in attendance, alongside the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas.
The ceremony also drew the presence of the Deputy Governor of Zamfara State, as well as former Governors from Kaduna, Kano, Sokoto, and Jigawa states.
They joined a host of other dignitaries, traditional rulers, and well-wishers to honour the former Vice President.
The title of Sardaunan Zazzau is a prestigious traditional title within the Zazzau Emirate, and its conferment on Arc. Sambo marks a significant milestone in his post-vice presidency life.