Emir of Zazzau supports 100% salary increase for Kaduna traditional rulers
The Emir of Zazzau and Chairman of the Kaduna State Council of Chiefs, Ambassador Ahmed Bamalli, has backed the proposed 100 per cent increase in the salaries and allowances of traditional rulers in the state. Bamalli described the proposed increment as a “welcome relief” for the traditional institution, saying the current remuneration of traditional rulers […] Emir of Zazzau supports 100% salary…
The Emir of Zazzau, Ambassador Ahmed Bamalli, has expressed support for a proposed 100% salary increase for traditional rulers in Kaduna State. In an interview at his palace in Zaria, Bamalli described the increase as a "welcome relief" for the traditional institution, citing the current remuneration as inadequate due to the rising cost of living and declining value of the naira.
The proposed salary hike has been in the works for about seven months, according to Bamalli, and has been spearheaded by Governor Uba Sani and Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Sadiq Mamman-Lagos. The Emir expressed optimism that the new remuneration would soon be implemented following the government's official announcement.
He praised Governor Sani and Mamman-Lagos for their "care, love, and commitment" to the traditional institution in Kaduna State. Bamalli emphasized the importance of the cordial relationship between the government and traditional rulers in the state, stating that it enabled regular consultation and collaboration on matters affecting the people.
He highlighted the crucial role of traditional rulers in governance, particularly in conflict resolution, grassroots mobilization, and peacebuilding. The Zazzau Emirate has resolved over 2,000 civil cases using its alternative dispute resolution mechanism in the past two years, reducing pressure on conventional courts. Most of these cases are related to matrimonial disputes, inheritance, and land matters.
The Emir also noted that the palace handled an average of five cases daily from Monday to Thursday, with criminal matters being referred to conventional courts. The alternative dispute resolution mechanism has received praise from members of the judiciary, and the emirate's inclusive leadership approach has contributed to relative peace.
The Emir recognized major communities, including Igbo, Yoruba, and Fulani communities, as well as Christian leaders, to ensure the palace received first-hand information about developments in the emirate.
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