.Tasks him to remain humble and rededicate himself to well-being of others
Deji Elumoye in Abuja
President Bola Tinubu has felicitated his son, Mr Seyi Tinubu, on his turbaning as Dan Zaki Gwandu by His Royal Highness, Alhaji Muhammadu Iliyasu Bashar, the Emir of Gwandu, in Kebbi State.
The conventional title, which interprets to Son of the Lion of Gwandu, was conferred on Seyi Tinubu on Wednesday on the historic Abdullahi Fodiyo Palace in Birnin Kebbi.
The President, in a launch issued on Wednesday by his Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, thanked the Emir and the Gwandu Emirate Council for the honour, which the normal ruler described as the primary of its variety within the Emirate’s historical past.
Tinubu famous that the honour carries a duty that extends past private recognition and displays the enduring bonds of friendship, mutual respect and unity amongst Nigeria’s numerous peoples.
He acknowledged Seyi’s efforts in youth engagement, neighborhood growth and empowerment, notably via his involvement with the City Boy Movement and different initiatives supporting younger Nigerians.
“As a father, I am pleased to see my son recognised by a traditional institution with such a distinguished history.
“But I also remind him that every honour comes with responsibility. The title of Dan Zaki Gwandu carries the values of courage, leadership and service. I urge him to live up to those values, remain humble and continue to dedicate himself to the well-being of others.
“Our traditional institutions remain important custodians of our history, culture and national unity. I thank the Emir of Gwandu and the good people of Kebbi State for extending this honour to my son,” the President mentioned.
Tinubu inspired Seyi to treat the title as a name to deepen his dedication to youth growth, peaceable coexistence and repair to Nigeria.
He wished him knowledge, humility and energy as he assumes the duties related to the normal title.
