Saraki Eulogises Sultan At 60

SAN FRANCISCO, August 24, (THEWILL) – Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki, has described the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammadu Sa'ad Abubakar III, as a promoter of national unity and champion of national development.

Saraki, in a goodwill message on the occasion of the Sultan's 60th birthday, said he was delighted to identify with the Royal father who he also described as an embodiment of tradition and culture and a source of inspiration to many Nigerians.

Saraki, in a statement issued on Wednesday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Yusuph Olaniyonu, eulogised the monarch making reference to his worthy lifestyle, egalitarian leadership, compassionate support for the downtrodden and role as a voice to the voiceless in society.

“I am delighted to congratulate you on this epoch anniversary of attaining the age of 60,” the statement read.

“Your legacies as the Sultan of Sokoto, the head of Jama'atu Nasril Islam (JNI) and President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), are visible to all. You have continued to diligently serve humanity both in your immediate domain and the country at large.

“You remain a great source of blessing and inspiration to the entire country, especially your quest for peaceful coexistence, religious tolerance, fight against insurgency, free and compulsory education for the less privileged and the holistic development and unity of the entire country.

“I pray that the Almighty Allah will continue to grant you perfect health, long life and more wisdom in the discharge of your duties.”

Story by David Oputah