Etsu Nupe Praises Sultan of Sokoto on 20-Year Reign

Alhaji (Dr.) Yahaya Abubakar, the Etsu Nupe and Chairman of the Niger State Council of Traditional Rulers, congratulated Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, the Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, on his 20th anniversary on the throne. In a message issued in Bida, Abubakar described the milestone as a significant celebration of two decades of leadership, spiritual guidance, and commitment to peace and national development.

He acknowledged the Sultan's role as a respected traditional and religious leader, emphasizing his contributions to promoting peaceful coexistence and religious tolerance in Nigeria. Abubakar commended the Sultan for his wisdom and commitment to conflict resolution, noting that his leadership has reinforced the importance of traditional institutions in fostering mutual understanding and promoting moral values.

He also highlighted the need for collaboration among traditional leaders, governments, and religious organizations to address contemporary challenges such as insecurity and social disunity.