Gov. Buni Bag’s International Traditional Title

Yobe Gov. Mai Mala Buni left with Mr. Abdallah Ibrahim right, leader Niger Republic Peace Ambassadors after decorating Gov. Buni with the title of 'Sarkin Yakin Zaman Lafiya Nigeria/ Niger in Damaturu on Friday.

From Joe Hemba

After he was bestowed with a National Honour of "Commandeur dans l'ordre du merit du Niger" by the Government of Niger Republic for his contribution to the improved diplomatic relationship between Nigeria and Niger Republic, Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni was again  today honored with a traditional title by a community from the Republic of Niger.

Gov. Buni who was decorated as the “Sarkin Yakin Zaman lafiya" for Nigeria and Niger Republic by the leader of Peace Ambassadors of Abzinawa Damagaram, Zeinder, Niger Republic  Mr. Abdullahi Ibrahim, said the title was in recognition of Gov. Buni's efforts in promotion of peace and peaceful coexistence among Nigeria and Niger communities.

His words: "We found it necessary to recognize you with this title in view of the peaceful coexistence and infrastructural development in the border communities which are also enjoyed by communities in Niger Republic. 

"Your strides in healthcare delivery, road network, economic development to your people are being enjoyed by our communities in Niger Republic" Abdallah said.

An elated Governor Buni who was turbaned with a beautiful head scarf and a traditionally woven bag and a sword pledged his commitment in  promoting peace between the two countries.

According to the Governor, "We are brothers who were divided by the colonial boundaries and that should not make us enemies.

"I will continue to encourage peaceful coexistence among our communities and countries" Gov. Buni assured.

The Niger delegation was also expressed their gladness to the hospitality enjoyed in the state since their arrival in the State capital, Damaturu.

IMPACTONLINENIGERIA recalls that Nigeria and the Republic of Niger have very strong ties with border  communities in northern Yobe like Gaidam/ Maine Sorowa engaging in free trade and even inter-marriages.

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