This is probably the most recent example of a fusion of tradition and modernity. The public profile of the event may not be unconnected with Governor Aliyu Ahmed Sokoto also an Old Boy of Magajin Rafi Model Primary School.
The Old Boys are among the friends, colleagues and well-wishers who cannot wait for April 27th, 2024 when the turbanning will take place. That is the turbanning of Alhaji Mammam Aliyu Salisu, (FNIM, FICMC, Psc) Principal Staff Officer to the Controller-General of Nigerian Correctional Service (NCS).
Alhaji Jibo Dan Mallam, the District Head of Tudun Wada, Sokoto, is bestowing on the recipient the traditional title of Garkuwan Tudun Wada Sokoto for his cultural and community contributions.
The event has been scheduled for Gidan Dallatun Sakkwato Uban Kasar Tudun Sakkwato at No 2, Rima Radio Road in Sokoto. According to a press statement on the event, there will be a reception at Pinnacle Hotel Eastern Bypass, Sokoto State.