Kaduna state governor, Uba Sani, has reinstated the paramount ruler of Piriga in the Lere local government area of the state, Chief Jonathan Zamuna, describing the traditional institution as a stabilizing force in Kaduna state and the country in general.
Chief Jonathan Zamuna, was dethroned by the immediate past Governor of Kaduna state, Nasir El-Rufa’i on May 22, 2023, a few days before the expiration of the Governor’s second term tenure and a communal clash that claimed two lives and houses burnt.
He, however approached the industrial court on his removal for lack of fair hearing on the allegations against him.
Speaking on the reinstatement, the governor said that his administration is poised to involve citizens in the decision-making processes, adding that traditional rulers are critical stakeholders and influencers in this regard and must be accorded attention and respect.
According to him, the traditional institution has shown resilience in the face of modernity.
