Tinubu, govs, Ganduje, others attend Yari’s son’s wedding in Kaduna

Kaduna came alive on Friday as President Bola Tinubu joined a host of political leaders, monarchs, clerics, and business elites for the wedding Fatiha of Nasirudeen, son of former Zamfara State governor, Senator Abdul’Aziz Yari, at the Sultan Bello Mosque.

The high-profile ceremony drew dignitaries from across the country, turning Kaduna into a hub of political and social activity. Hotels were fully booked, while security was beefed up ahead of the occasion, with surveillance heightened and movement around the mosque heavily restricted.

President Tinubu, who landed at Kaduna International Airport to a warm reception by Governor Uba Sani, was hailed by residents and party loyalists who thronged the streets with banners and chants.

After the nuptials, the president visited the residence of former President Muhammadu Buhari to condole with his family. He described Buhari as “a selfless leader whose contributions to Nigeria’s unity and progress remain indelible,” assuring the family of his continued support.

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Among the notable figures present were Governors Nasir Idris of Kebbi, Umar Bago of Niger, Dikko Radda of Katsina, and AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara. Others included Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Matawalle, and former APC chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje.

The guest list also featured ex-governors Sule Lamido (Jigawa), Aliyu Wamakko (Sokoto), Adamu Aliero (Kebbi), Ahmad Sani Yarima (Zamfara), Abdulfatai Ahmed (Kwara), and Aminu Bello Masari (Katsina).

Former Chief of Army Staff, retired Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai, ex-Communications Minister Isa Ali Pantami, APC National Chairman Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda, APC National Secretary Ajibola Basiru, and National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu were also in attendance.

Traditional rulers at the event included the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi (Ojaja II); the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade; and the Emir of Zazzau, Amb. Ahmad Bamali.

Renowned clerics, among them Sheikh Kabiru Gombe, Sheikh Bala Lau, and Kaduna State CAN Chairman, Rev. John Hayab, offered prayers for the newlyweds and the nation.

The groom, Nasirudeen, tied the knot with Safiyya Shehu Idris, daughter of Alhaji Shehu Tahir-Malumfashi.

Residents described the occasion as one of Kaduna’s most significant social and political gatherings in recent times, noting the massive influx of guests despite traffic restrictions.