The Emir of Kano, Alhaji Lamido Sanusi, on Saturday in Kano
wept at the Government House, while reflecting on life-after-death.
As beads of tears rolled down the cheeks of the Emir, he
reminded his subjects of the need to exhibit good character, honesty, good
compassion and transparency while dealing with their compatriots.
While paying homage to Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, as
part of events to mark the Hauwan Nasarawa in the ancient city, the monarch
urged Ganduje to explore his wealth of experience in the task of developing the
state as well as promoting peaceful co-existence among residents in Kano.
Also, the monarch advised Ganduje against relenting in his
efforts to provide adequate security to the residents of the state, pointing
out that education, health, agriculture and water were critical areas for the
governor to focus his attention on.
In his brief remarks, the Emir stated further, “we have a
big burden on our shoulders in the service to humanity. We need to remain
trustworthy, honest and transparent in our actions and relations with humanity,
because on the last day, we shall account for all our dealings before the
Almighty Allah.”
The Emir also implored leaders to use the period of
Eid-el-Fitri to reflect on the teachings of Prophet Mohammed by resolving that
some time, some day, “we shall stand before our creator and answer for all we
have done in our life time.”
Furthermore, he called on the indigenes of Kano to always
remain law-abiding, irrespective of religion or ethnic differences.
He urged the authorities to stand up and face the security
challenges bedevilling the society.
Responding, Ganduje said that his administration was
determined to transform the state through the introduction of new projects and
the completion of other projects inherited from the past administration.
Ganduje, who expressed dismay over a new method of begging
in the state, described begging under false pretence as unIslamic. He said his
administration will resist all attempt to make Kano the headquarters of street
begging.
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