Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has distributed 156 exotic vehicles to the newly appointed emirs, chiefs and district heads to enhance their traditional functions in their respective domains. The vehicles distributed included 14 GMC SUVs, 14 brand-new utility vehicles, 14 buses and 114 Toyota Camry cars for District Heads. Speaking during the presentation of the keys to the beneficiaries held at the Government House in Bauchi, the governor said the distribution of the vehicles carries both symbolic and practical significance, describing the gesture as more than a routine exercise.

According to him, “The traditional rulers remain the custodians of our values, the link between government and the grassroots, and the voices of the people. Their presence inspires order, while their wisdom sustains peace. “These vehicles are essential instruments to enable our traditional rulers to effectively engage their communities, mediate disputes, monitor development and collaborate with security agencies,” he said.

Mohammed further disclosed that construction of new palaces for the newly established emirates and chiefdoms had begun, with a promise to complete the projects before the end of his tenure. He added that the government was reviewing the remuneration and welfare packages of traditional rulers, saying previous provisions no longer reflected the weight of their responsibilities. He urged traditional rulers to remain in their domains to provide effective leadership and cautioned them against engaging in partisan politics, adding, “The investment was deliberate, strategic and necessary for strengthening peace, order and development at the grassroots.” Responding on behalf of the emirs and district heads, the Emir of Bauchi, Dr Rilwanu Sulaiman Adamu, thanked the governor for the gesture, describing it as a demonstration of commitment to strengthening traditional institutions. It would be recalled that in October 2025, Bala Mohammed signed a bill creating 13 new emirates, one chiefdom and hundreds of district heads and expanded the state’s traditional institution structure.