Emir of Lafia Sidi Bage has decorated Salifat Abdullahi, wife of Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule and Fatima Adamu, wife of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Mohammed Adamu with chieftaincy titles.
The emir, who is also chairman of Nasarawa State Council of Chiefs, conferred the traditional titles of Giwan Mata and Hasken Mata of Nasarawa State on Mrs Sule and Mrs Adamu respectively.
Speaking at the ceremony on Saturday in Lafia, the emir said the titles were in recognition of their contributions to the wellbeing of women.
He said: “Giwa means elephant that always stand tall among animals, therefore, the first lady must continue to stand tall among women and provide purposeful leadership.
“Haske on the other hand means light; therefore, the IGP’s wife must continue to provide light to enable the IGP provide security to the lives and property of Nigerians.”
Bage said they were recognised for their leadership and comfort towards ensuring their husbands deliver on the responsibilities of their offices as governor and police chief.
The occasion was attended by the wives of former governors, deputy governors, speakers and traditional rulers from within and outside the state.
Responding on behalf of the beneficiaries, Khadijat Adamu, wife of Senator Abdullahi Adamu (Nasarawa West), expressed gratitude to the Lafia emirate for recognising efforts being put by women in the society.
She said that by the recognition, other women would be encouraged to contribute towards peace, unity and progress of the country.
