His Royal Highness, Alhaji Abdulmumini Kabir Usman, the emir of Katsina, has approved the turbanning of three illustrious sons of Katsina state, including Muhammad Dikko Umar, the first son of Governor Dikko Umaru Radda of Katsina state.
The emir said he recognised their outstanding contributions to society and their dedication to community development.
The three distinguished personages are all descendants of the legendary Muhammadu Dikko dynasty, a family known for its proud tradition of excellence, service and leadership in Katsina and Nigeria at large.
The official notification came through a letter from the Katsina Emirate Council dated 31st March, 2026. The letter signed by Alhaji Isah Ali Kankia, secretary of the Katsina Emirate Council, was addressed to the special adviser on Emirate Affairs to the governor.
The three distinguished personages to be turbaned are:
Alhaji Ahmad Abdumumini Kabir Usman – Hakimin Dankama (Dan-Majen Katsina), son of HRH the Emir of Katsina;
Alhaji Muhammad Dikko Umar – Hakimin Radda (Gwagwaren Katsina), son of Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, Governor of Katsina state; and Alhaji Abubakar Dardisu – Hakimin Muduru (Sarkin Mudurun Katsina).
The turbaning ceremony will take place on May 2, 2026 at the emir of Katsina’s palace. The event will celebrate the elevation of the three to positions of honour and traditional responsibility.
The emir’s approval recognises each honouree’s commitment to excellence, leadership and service to their communities. Each turbaned title carries significant responsibility within the traditional system and the wider society.
Chairman of the Media and Publicity Committee, Surajo Yazid Abukur, expressed delight at the approval of the honours.