Gov Radda, sets up panel to probe why Emirate District Heads failed to show up in sallah festivities

The Governor of Katsina State Dikko Umaru Radda has launched an inquiry into the non-participation of certain District Heads in the 2024 Idel-kabir Hawan Sallah festivities.

The governor directed the Katsina State Emirate Council to provide explanations.

According to a letter dated June 27, 2024 (Ref: S/SGRT/77/S2/T) signed by Sani Rabiu Jibia, Director of Administration and Supply for the Secretary to the State Government, the governor’s directive was conveyed to the Secretary of the Katsina State Emirate Council.

The directive was in response to the council’s earlier communication dated June 7, 2024, on the subject of “Sanarwar Hawan Sallah Babba.”

“I am directed to seek clarification on why certain District Heads did not participate in the recent Idel-kabir Hawan Sallah celebration,” stated Sani Rabiu Jibia.

“The Governor attaches great importance to unity and cultural solidarity and expects active participation from all leaders in such significant communal events.”

In Katsina tradition, the event known as Hawan Bariki takes place on the second day of Sallah, when the emir pays a visit to the governor at the Old Government House, a custom that dates back to colonial times.

As a showcase of the state’s rich cultural heritage and traditions, it attracts tourists from all over the world.

The festival includes a parade of district heads and traditional title holders through Katsina and Daura’s major streets.