By Musa Tanimu Nasidi
In a momentous event, the Maigari of Lokoja, Alhaji Ibrahim Gambo Kabir Maikarfi 1V, represented by Rogan of Eggan, Alhaji Hassan Umar, Waziri of Lokoja, Alhaji Abdurahman Idris,Wakilin Gabas, Abdulkarerm Gwadabe alongside fellow Hakimis and distinguished guest from across Nigeria, graced the wedding fatiha of Rabi’atu Musa Nagidi, daughter of retired Asst. Comptroller of Immigration and Benu of Lokoja, Alhaji Musa Maigari Nagidi
The ceremony which took place on Saturday at Nagidi’s family Residence, Lokoja, witnessed large turnout,the groom, Adam Abdullahi was represented by Alhaji Muhammad Aminu Ado, while the bride was represented by Alhaji Umar Inuwa.
The wedding fatiha, was solemnized by the Chief Imam of Lokoja Central Mosque, Aminu Sha’aban unfolded seamlessly, adhering to the principles of Islam with the payment of N140,000 dowry.
Chief Imam Sha’aban urged the newly wedded couple to promote peace in their matrimonial home emphasizing the sanctity of marriage as a worship to Allah (SWT) and a commitment to the traditions of the Holy Prophet (SAW).
Other distinguished personalities who attended the wedding fatiha included, Gabi of Nupe Kingdom, Alhaji Bala Ali, Comptroller of Immigration service , Abdulmajeed Yabagi, Representative of kogi state council of Ulama,Khadis of Shari’ah courts and a host of other immigration service officers, DDF members, and dignitaries from across Nigeria.
Nagidi,who was overwhelmed in an interview with journalists, expressed his gratitude to the team guests who honoured him prayed for their safety return to their various destinations.