The Governor of Katsina State, Dikko Umar Radda, has queried the Emir of Katsina, Alhaji Abdulmumini Kabir Usman, over the non participation of some district heads in his domain in the recent durbar staged during the Eid-el-Kabir (Sallah) festival.
The query, issued by the Secretary to the State Government, and signed by the Director of Administration and Supply under that Office, Rabiu Sani Jibia, dated June 27, 2024, demanded an explanation for the absence of some district heads at the 2024 Eid-el-Kabir Hawan Sallah celebrations led by Emir Usman.
Titled ‘Re- Sanarwar Hawan Sallah Babba’, the query reads: ‘I am directed to refer to your letter on the above subject matter dated 7 June, 2024, and convey the directive of His Excellency the governor, for you to provide reasons for non- participation of some district heads in the 2024 Eid-el-Kabir Hawan Sallah celebration.
“Grateful for your prompt response as always, please”, it concluded.
The letter, which went viral on social media, had raised eyebrows, especially given the recent disputes between traditional rulers and state governments in Kano and Sokoto.
