By Salihu Tsibiri
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr Abbas Tajudeen, has congratulated the Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, on the occasion of his 20th anniversary as the 20th Sultan.
In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Malam Musa Abdullahi Krishi, Dr Tajuddeen, said the Sultan’s two decades on the throne has been remarkable and significantly purposeful.
He said the Sultan, who doubles as a religious and traditional ruler, has been a major factor in the ethno-religious unity in Nigeria.
The Speaker maintained that the Sultan’s leadership of various councils of traditional rulers and Islam has further engendered stability among the diverse society in the country.
While noting that the Sultan’s wise counsels have continued to guide the ruling class and political elite, Speaker Abbas said he remains one of the elder statesmen whose leadership inspires many.
The Speaker prayed to Allah (SWT) to grant the Sultan longevity, a sound body, and wisdom to continue to add value to the nation.
Editing By Yusuf Zubairu
