Zazzau Emir honours ex-NNPC CFO Abdulrazaq with traditional title

The Emir of Zazzau, Malam Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli, has officially appointed former National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) Chief Financial Officer, Mallam Isiaka Abdulrazaq, as Tafidan Yamman Zazzau. This honour was announced in a statement on Wednesday, referencing a letter from the Zazzau Emirate Council dated October 7, 2026. Malam Yusuf Abubakar Hayat, the Magatakardan Zazzau, signed the letter.

The title recognizes Abdulrazaq's significant contributions to community development, peace-building, and the advancement of the Zazzau Emirate. Abdulrazaq, a lawyer and finance professional, has spent a considerable part of his career in Nigeria's public sector, particularly in the power and petroleum industries. He served in the National Electric Power Authority (now Power Holding Company of Nigeria) as Executive Director, Finance and Accounts, before joining the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation as Chief Financial Officer.

Abdulrazaq was born in Zaria and attended Barewa College, a prestigious school in Northern Nigeria. His family has a long-standing association with the Zazzau Emirate, with his father being Alhaji A.G.F. Abdulrazaq, who held the title of Tafidan Zazzau in 1962. The Zazzau Emirate Council, based in Zaria, is tasked with preserving the emirate's traditions and promoting unity among its people.

The Emir and council members congratulated Abdulrazaq on his new position and expressed confidence in his ability to fulfill the duties of the office, while also seeking divine guidance and wisdom for his journey.