Former Army Chief and Nigeria Ambassador to the Benin Republic, Retired Lieutenant General Tukur Buratai, has been installed as the new Jagunmoolu of Saki land in Oyo state.
The Okere of Saki, Oba Surveyor Dr. Khalid Olabisi, conferred the honorary chieftaincy on him on Saturday in Saki.
Shortly after his conferment, Buratai said the conferment of the traditional title on him in Saki was a sign of unity in Nigeria, adding that it must be emulated by all Nigerians, irrespective of religion or tribe, to ensure mutual coexistence and development of Nigeria.
He said: “If there is unity, there will be unity of purpose for the development and progress of the country and the future of the country will be good.
“We must accommodate everyone from all works of lives.
“My traditional title is a sign that Nigeria is one and symbol of unity, that wherever you are coming from, you are recognised for what you have done.
“I see it as a great honour to me as a person, my family, community, which is Borno State and the Nigerian Army, where I served and retired.
“It is also to all peace-loving Nigerians that are fighting for unity and peaceful coexistence of fellow Nigerians.”
Buratai appreciated the Okere of Sakiland and the entire people of the community for honouring him based on what he has done for the country while in the service.
He called on Nigerians to continue to support the Nigerian Army in performing its constitutional role.
Meanwhile, retired Lieutenant General Lamidi Adeosun was also conferred with the honorary title of Akinrogun of Sakiland at the ceremony.
Speaking on the relevance of the titles, Oba Khalid said the titles were conferred on Buratai and Adeosun for their immense contributions to Sakiland and Nigeria in general.