Malam Dikko Radda, the governor of Katsina State, reiterated on Sunday that his administration is committed to upholding the culture and traditions of the people of the Katsina and Daura emirates.
The governor made this known while attending the annual Durbar in Daura, also known as “Sallar Gani,” a grand celebration held every year to honor the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in style.
Radda further stated that his administration would continue to support the traditional institutions to raise awareness of the Durbar holiday and raise the standard of living among the populace.
He cited the recent passage of a new Emirate Council Law, which raises the salaries of village heads to Level 10 and above and increases district heads to Level 16.
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He added that traditional leaders, who are closer to the people than any other group, are important in restoring state peace and tranquility.
The governor thanked Umar Faruq Umar, the Emir of Daura, for upholding Hausa tradition and culture.
The governor’s efforts to advance the welfare of traditional rulers and advance the state’s cultural traditions were commended by top government officials, including district heads and religious and traditional leaders present.
They expressed confidence in the governor’s plan to improve stability and development in the state.
Friends, families, and well-wishers from both within and outside Nigeria gathered at the Daura Emirate’s Kangiwa Square to formally establish their relationship at the Hawan Magajiya, a durbar that is regarded as the sallar Gani Festival’s climax.
Sons and daughters of Daura emirate origin, from all walks of life, travel home every year to take part in the prestigious festival during Eid al-Maulud, which occurs on the 12th day of Rabiul Awwal in the Islamic calendar.
Sallar Gani, a traditional holiday observed only in the Daura Emirate, commemorates Prophet Muhammad PBUH’s birth anniversary.
The festival’s name comes from the Hausa word “here I am” (gani), which means “here I am).
Over the years, the festival has grown to become a tourist attraction hotspot, drawing visitors from all over the world to witness the spectacle.
A special durbar, which serves as the event’s climax, is observed during this festival.
Prior to the festival’s celebrations, between 10 and 14 days were used, but now, between two and three days are used.
The emirate’s 20 district heads took turns displaying their cultures and traditions.
Traditional title holders from the emirate were riding horses while drummers played various traditional songs during a colorful display of Daura’s rich cultural heritage.
Source: Channels TV
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