GOV. YUSUF CONGRATULATES SULTAN OF SOKOTO ON 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF CORONATION

By Aminu Garko

Kano, Nov. 2, 2026 ,Gov. Abba Yusuf of Kano State has congratulated His Eminence, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, the Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), on the occasion of his 20th anniversary on the throne.

Yusuf, in a statement by his Director-General, Media and Publicity, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, described the milestone as a significant moment to celebrate the Sultan’s enduring contributions to religious leadership, national unity, peace and the promotion of peaceful coexistence among Nigerians.

The governor acknowledged the Sultan’s role in promoting Islamic values, strengthening interfaith relations and encouraging dialogue and mutual understanding among people of different backgrounds.

He noted that the Sultan’s leadership has continued to provide guidance to the Muslim Ummah and contribute to efforts aimed at fostering peace, unity and stability across the country.

The governor prayed to Almighty Allah to grant the Sultan continued good health, wisdom and strength to sustain his service to Islam, the Muslim community and the nation.

He also wished His Eminence many more years of fruitful leadership and prayed that his reign would continue to bring blessings, peace and prosperity to Nigeria.