The Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II Kaduna paid a congratulatory visit to Kaduna state governor-elect, Malam Nasir El-Rufai on Saturday .
Spokesman of the governor-elect, Samuel Aruwan disclosed this in a statement made available to newsmen in Kaduna.
According to Aruwan, the Emir who led Kano Emirate Council’s delegation after congratulating the governor-elect said the people of Kaduna state have elected a competent and capable governor who will provide sound leadership.
The traditional ruler also counseled the people of the state irrespective of religion, ethnicity and political inclinations to pray and support El-Rufai for peace and even development.
He expressed his confidence that El-Rufai will provide strong leadership, good governance and unite the diverse peoples and faith communities of Kaduna State. Sanusi further charged El-Rufai to remain focused on responsive and dedicated leadership and never to lose his connection to the people.
The Emir, who recalled his decades of friendship with El-Rufai, said that he is delighted “that Nigerians with such ability and experience are stepping forward to offer themselves for leadership.” Sanusi prayed that God would grant El-Rufai a successful tenure and bless the people of Kaduna State.
Thanking the Emir for the visit, El-Rufai praised him for his prominent role in helping to provide a positive redefinition of traditional leadership.
The statement also quoted the governor-elect as saying he will not disappoint his fellow citizens.
He said “I am grateful and humbled by your visit and prayers. I promise the people of Kaduna that I will not disappoint them. I will govern with fear of Almighty God and will unite our diverse people towards attaining real development.
“Our doors are open to all segments of our society.We will be (a) listening government and conscious of common good and to the glory of Almighty God. I will not let our citizens down by the grace of God.”
