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The Emir of Daura, Dr. Umar Farouk Umar, wednesday conferred a traditional title of Dan-baiwan Hausa (gifted child of Hausa) on the former Governor of Abia State, Dr. Orji Kalu.
At the turbaning ceremony in Daura, the monarch said the decision of the Daura emirate council to honour Kalu was necessary considering his track records in the development of Nigeria.
According to the emir, the council has approved the conferment of the title in recognition of Kalu’s enormous contributions which he exemplified vis-à-vis stability and oneness of the country.
“The rationale behind the title is to encourage Kalu to continue to support President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration in bettering the lives of Nigerian,” Umar said.
Responding, Kalu, who was visibly overwhelmed by the gesture, said the honour would…
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