Sultan of Sokoto honors 13 with traditional titles
On November 3, 2026, the Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, celebrated his 20-year anniversary by turbaning 13 distinguished individuals with prestigious traditional titles at the Sultanate Palace. The ceremony, which took place between 11:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., was attended by various dignitaries, including traditional rulers, government officials, and thousands of well-wishers.
Those honored included Alhaji Murtala Abdulkadir Dan Iya as Dallatun Sokoto, Professor Sheik Ibrahim Mansur as Danmasanin Sokoto, and Hon. Ibrahim Almustapha as Bauran Sokoto. Other notable recipients were Prof. Ishaq Oloyede as Kuliyan Sokoto and Dr. Peter Igho as Kakakin Sokoto.
The celebrations began on October 30 with special sermons at the Abu Huraira Mosque, where 11 Islamic scholars spoke on themes of peace and unity. Additionally, humanitarian efforts were made, including the release of 56 inmates and support for 500 patients in Sokoto state.
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