Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has congratulated the Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), His Eminence Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, on the occasion of his 70th birthday.
This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Wednesday.
Governor Yusuf described the Sultan as a highly respected traditional and religious leader whose decades of service have contributed significantly to the promotion of peace, unity and peaceful coexistence in Nigeria.
The Governor commended Sultan Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III for his wisdom, humility and unwavering commitment to the affairs of the Muslim Ummah, particularly his efforts to strengthen unity among Muslims and promote dialogue and understanding across religious and ethnic divides.
He said the Sultan’s leadership of the Sokoto Caliphate and the NSCIA has continued to provide guidance and stability on matters affecting the nation. He also noted that the Sultan’s interventions on peace, security and national development have earned him respect both within and outside Nigeria.
Governor Yusuf said Sultan Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III’s 70th birthday is not only a celebration of a personal milestone but also an opportunity to recognise his invaluable contributions to Nigeria and humanity.
He prayed Almighty Allah to grant the Sultan continued good health, wisdom, strength and long life in the service of Islam, humanity and Nigeria.
The Governor also wished His Eminence many more years of impactful leadership and prayed that Allah continues to guide him in his responsibilities as the spiritual and traditional leader of the Sokoto Caliphate.