Last Updated on October 14, 2026, 7:53 PM AST by Anthony Morris
Man of St. Kitts roots Dr. Lionel von Frederick Rawlins, who is also known by the name of Woosey has been appointed as Special Adviser on Security Matters to Sarki Doka Hakimi Yola (Daula Adamawa) in Nigeria. The Kittitian has been conferred with the Royal Title, “Sarki Doka”. Sarki Doka is the Hausa word for “King of Law and Order”.
The appointment of Dr. Rawlins was made by Commander General, Isa Yahya Abubakar, who bestowed the honour.
Dr. Lionel Rawlins has served as the Professor and Vice President (VP) of Safety and Security Operations at the American University of Nigeria in Adamawa State. He gave his services to the state during the height of the Boko Haram reign of terror and he has been honoured by the people.
He was given the responsibility for keeping the State, Capitol City, and communities safe during the banditry and terrorist insurgencies.
“The honour is in recognition of your wealth of experience, professional expertise, and immense contributions towards the safety and security of lives and property within Adamwa State and the country at large,” said a letter dated 11th September, 2026.
In this role, Dr. Lionel will be responsible for providing strategic advice and professional guidance on matters of security for the state. He will also be helping in promoting peace safety and will be responsible for trying to maintain law and order.
The authorities have expressed confidence in the capacity of Dr. Lionel to contribute to the success of his new responsibility.
The ceremony was attended by high level authoroties from the law enforcement agencies of Nigeria as well as senior officers from the American University of Nigeria;
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