Seyi Tinubu bags prestigious Dan Zaki Gwandu title from Kebbi Emir

Seyi Tinubu, patron of the City Boy Movement, has been honoured with the traditional title of Dan Zaki Gwandu by the Emir of Gwandu, Alhaji Muhammadu Iliyasu Bashar.

The traditional title was conferred on him during a turbaning ceremony held at the Abdullahi Fodiyo Palace in Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State.

The ceremony took place shortly after Tinubu paid a visit to the Kebbi State Government House, where he was received by Governor Nasir Idris.

He was accompanied by the National Director-General of the City Boy Movement, Hon. Francis Oluwatosin Shuga; the movement’s North-West Director, Hon. Bashar Aliyu Buhari, also known as Alkheri Gwandu; and other members of the group.

Earlier, the Kebbi State Director of the movement, Anass Nasir Idris, had informed the Emir of the delegation’s visit, explaining that it was in the state to seek royal blessings for the movement and its activities across the country.

The delegation said the movement was established to mobilise young Nigerians, promote President Bola Tinubu’s ideals and support government policies aimed at national development.

While conferring the title, the Emir described it as historic, saying it was the first of its kind in the history of the Gwandu Emirate.

He said the honour recognised Tinubu’s father’s record as president, as well as his commitment to youth development, empowerment and national progress.

The Emir explained that Dan Zaki Gwandu, which means Son of the Lion of Gwandu, symbolises courage, strength and leadership.

He prayed for the City Boy Movement’s success and urged young Nigerians to remain united and committed to the country’s progress.

In his remarks, Buhari commended the Emir for the honour, describing it as well deserved. He said the title would strengthen relations between the Gwandu Emirate and the movement, assuring the traditional ruler of its commitment to youth development in Kebbi.

Responding, Seyi Tinubu thanked the Emir and the people of the emirate for the honour, describing it as a call to serve Kebbi State and Nigeria.

He pledged the movement’s readiness to work with traditional institutions to promote peace, unity and youth development. He also expressed support for Governor Idris’s administration, commending its development efforts in the state.

The ceremony attracted traditional title holders, government officials, members of the City Boy Movement and other dignitaries.

2,000 traders receive cash grants

In a related development, the City Boy Movement distributed cash grants to more than 2,000 small-scale business owners at a market square in Birnin Kebbi.

The programme attracted traders from different parts of the metropolis and aimed to support small businesses and promote grassroots economic growth.

Speaking at the event, Seyi Tinubu said the grants targeted petty traders, women, and young people running small businesses, helping them expand their ventures and create jobs.

He said the movement would continue to partner with the Kebbi State Government under Governor Idris to introduce more empowerment programmes in the state.

Some beneficiaries who spoke with journalists commended the initiative, saying the grants would support their businesses’ growth.

They also pledged their support for President Tinubu’s ideals and the Renewed Hope Agenda.

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