Carlos Garaikoetxea

José Antonio Ardanza

The Makila Alberdi symbol of power and respect for Basque Lehendakaris

The makila made by Iñaki Alberdi has been a symbol of power for the lehendakaris since the mandate of Antonio Ardanza 1985-1999. Since then, during the investiture, the Makila has been passed from one to the other as a symbol of power for the new lehendakari. The makila has remained the same ever since, the Makila of honour made of loquat and sterling silver with the inscription Lehendakaria.

Juan José Ibarretxe and Patxi López

Patxi López and Iñigo Urkullu

Imanol Pradales with the living Lehendakaris