Professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo, President of the MAAUN Group of Universities, comprising MAAUN Nigeria, MAAUN Niger Republic, F...
Professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo, President of the MAAUN Group of Universities, comprising MAAUN Nigeria, MAAUN Niger Republic, FBIU, Kaduna, and Canadian University, Abuja, has described the appointment of Professor Musa Lawal Jibiya as Sarkin Adon Katsina by the Emir of Katsina, Alhaji Abdulmumini Kabir Usman, as a well-deserved recognition of his integrity, honesty and exemplary commitment to upholding trust.
Professor Gwarzo made this statement on Saturday, November 8, 2026, at a reception organised in Katsina to celebrate and honour the newly appointed traditional titleholder.
He described Professor Jibiya as a dependable and trustworthy individual, citing their longstanding professional relationship of more than 13 years as evidence of his integrity.
According to him, throughout the period they have worked together, Professor Jibiya has never betrayed his trust, even when entrusted with substantial sums of money for business transactions and other financial responsibilities.
“In the more than 13 years I have worked with Associate Professor Musa Lawal, the Sarkin Adon Katsina, he has never betrayed my trust. On several occasions, I have entrusted him with hundreds of millions of naira through bank accounts, yet he has never abused the confidence I placed in him,” Professor Gwarzo stated.
In his remarks, the Emir of Katsina, Alhaji Abdulmumini Kabir Usman, expressed gratitude to Almighty Allah for granting him the opportunity and authority to confer traditional titles on deserving individuals.
He emphasised that traditional titles should not be regarded as mere symbols of prestige or social recognition, but as positions of responsibility and trust that require dedication, commitment and service to the people.
“We thank Allah, who has granted me the opportunity and authority to confer these titles on His servants. These appointments come with responsibilities; they are not merely for prestige or decoration. Whoever receives a traditional title has been entrusted with a responsibility,” the Emir said.
He further stressed that every titleholder must recognise the trust inherent in such an appointment and remain conscious of the obligations attached to the position, particularly in contributing meaningfully to the welfare and development of the community.
The Emir also called on members of the public to embrace unity and reject division, maintaining that disunity offers no meaningful benefit to society, while collective solidarity remains essential to overcoming its challenges.
He lamented the consequences of societal disunity, remarking: “That is why we are constantly in a state of confusion and disorder.”
Speaking further, the Emir described the conferment of the traditional titles as part of the continuing history of the Katsina Emirate, noting that the exercise was not an isolated occurrence but part of an ongoing tradition.
“This conferment of traditional titles is part of our history. It happened some days ago, and now additional appointments have been made,” he stated.
In his response, the newly appointed Sarkin Adon Katsina, Professor Musa Lawal Jibiya, expressed profound appreciation to all those who attended the reception to celebrate his appointment.
He described their presence as a demonstration of goodwill and solidarity, thanking them for taking the time to share in his moment of honour.
“I wish to use this opportunity to express my sincere appreciation to all of you for coming to celebrate my appointment as Sarkin Adon Katsina by the Emir of Katsina. I am deeply grateful. May Allah reward you abundantly,” he said.
Professor Jibiya also paid special tribute to his employer, Professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo, acknowledging the numerous opportunities, encouragement and support he had received from him throughout their professional relationship.
He expressed deep gratitude for his employer's contributions to his career development, admitting that he had no adequate means of repaying such generosity other than to pray for Allah's abundant blessings upon him.
“I sincerely appreciate my employer, Professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo, for the numerous opportunities he has consistently given me. Sir, I have no way of adequately repaying your kindness,” he added.
The appointment of Professor Musa Lawal Jibiya as Sarkin Adon Katsina reaffirms the significance of traditional institutions in recognising individuals and entrusting them with responsibilities that promote community service, social cohesion and the overall development of society.
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