Presidency congratulates ex-VP Namadi Sambo on turbaning as new Sardaunan Zazzau

*Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu rejoices with ex-Vice-President Namadi Sambo on his turbaning Saturday, October 11, 2025, as the new Sardaunan Zazzau by His Royal Highness, Alhaji Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli, the Emir of Zazzau

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu rejoices with the former Nigerian Vice-President Namadi Sambo on his turbaning as the new Sardaunan Zazzau by His Royal Highness (HRH), Alhaji Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli, the Emir of Zazzau Saturday, October 11, 2025.

President Tinubu said that the traditional title of Sardaunan Zazzau — a position of great cultural and historical significance in Northern Nigeria — reflected the Emirate’s confidence in the former Vice-President’s wisdom, integrity, and commitment to society’s progress.

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He also described the honour as a rare recognition of Sambo’s exemplary leadership and contributions to national development.

Mr. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, who said this October 10, 2025, in a statement also noted President Tinubu acknowledged Sambo’s record of humility, statesmanship and dedication to humanity.

According to Tinubu, Sambo’s well-deserved investiture as Sardaunan Zazzau further underscores his “deep-rooted service to his community and the nation”.

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The Nigerian leader as well lauded the Emir of Zazzau for upholding the noble tradition of honouring individuals whose character, leadership, and patriotism embody the Emirate’s values and reflect the spirit of unity, service, and integrity.

Wishing the former Vice President success in his new traditional role, Onanuga stated the Tinubu urged him to continue inspiring and guiding the younger generation, and to work closely with traditional and community leaders to advance peace and development in Nigeria.