The Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA), Dr. Abdullahi Musa, has been honoured with the traditional title of Dan Kade of Kontagora Emirate in Niger State in recognition of his contributions to community development, education and youth empowerment.
The title was conferred on Musa by the Emir of Kontagora, His Royal Highness, Alhaji Barau Mu’azu II, who commended his sustained efforts to improve the welfare of residents and promote the development of the emirate.
The Emir cited Musa’s interventions in youth empowerment, philanthropic activities, scholarship awards to indigent students and support for community development projects as key reasons for the honour.
He noted that Musa’s commitment to the progress of Kontagora had earned him the recognition of the traditional institution.
An academic, political scientist, researcher, author and public administrator, Musa has built a career spanning teaching, educational administration, legislative and local government service, institutional management, public affairs and consumer protection.
His professional experience combines academic scholarship, public-sector leadership and institutional engagement.
Meanwhile, the Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Aviation, Hon. Abdullahi Idris Garba, has congratulated Musa on the conferment, describing it as a fitting recognition of his character and dedication to his community.
Garba described the honour as “a fitting recognition of his integrity, humility and commitment to the progress of Kontagora Emirate”.
He said he had personally witnessed Musa’s dedication to the emirate, describing him as a worthy ambassador of his people.
The lawmaker expressed confidence in Musa’s ability to uphold the responsibilities associated with the traditional title and prayed for divine guidance as he assumes the honour.
In his response, Musa expressed appreciation to the Emir for finding him worthy of the recognition, describing the conferment as both a privilege and a call to greater responsibility.
He reaffirmed his commitment to initiatives that expand educational opportunities, empower young people and improve the wellbeing of residents.
Musa added that the honour had further strengthened his resolve to contribute to the prosperity and development of his people.