By Khalid Doya Idris
The Bauchi Emirate Council has issued a statement clarifying that the cancellation of this year's Sallah Durbar festival was at the request of the Durbar Committee, which sought approval from the state government. According to the Secretary of the Bauchi Emirate Council, Alhaji Shehu Mudi Muhammad, the state government granted the request in good faith.
The Emirate Council emphasized that Governor Bala Mohammed did not cancel the Sallah Durbar, but rather approved the Emirate's request. The Council expressed deep regret over the confusion and disaffection caused by the situation, stating, "We have already extended our unreserved apology to His Excellency, Governor Bala Mohammed Abdulkadir (Kauran Bauchi), for the misunderstanding."
The statement urged concerned parties to refrain from spreading misleading information aimed at creating disaffection between the government and the Bauchi Emirate. The Emirate Council reiterated its commitment to fostering unity and understanding within the community, emphasizing that the relationship between the state government and the Emirate has always been one of mutual respect and cooperation.
The Sallah Durbar Festival is a significant part of Bauchi's rich cultural heritage, attracting people from across Nigeria and beyond. It serves as a symbol of unity, history, and identity, fostering communal pride while contributing to the state's social and economic vibrancy. The festival's cancellation was initially announced by the state government, which approved the Emirate Council's Committee on Sallah Durbar's decision to postpone the event.
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