By Umar Faruk Birnin Kebbl
Birnin Kebbi, the capital of Kebbi State, played host to a high-powered delegation of dignitaries on Saturday, as they gathered to attend the wedding ceremony of the daughter of Hon. Bello Kaoje, a member of the House of Representatives representing Suru and Bagudo federal constituency. The ceremony took place at the Gwandu Emir palace.
The Sir Ahmadu Bello International airport was a beehive of activities as flights landed continuously, bringing in esteemed guests from across the country. Vice President Kasim Shatima arrived at the airport at 11:00 am, while a delegation from the National Assembly landed at 11:30 am. Two serving governors and former governors of Sokoto State, as well as serving and ex-ministers, were also in attendance.
The event was heavily secured, with armed security personnel deployed from the airport to the wedding venue, a distance of about 13 kilometers. Security personnel from Abuja and other states, attached to the VIPs, were also present.
Other high-profile Nigerians, including dignitaries from various walks of life, graced the occasion. Our correspondent will provide more details on the wedding ceremony in subsequent reports.
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