Sokoto Sultan marks 20 years on throne with anniversary events

The Sultan of Sokoto marked 20 years on the throne with anniversary events in Sokoto, where governors praised his role in promoting peace and unity and the Sultan urged community leaders to continue working for peace. The programme also included the conferral of traditional titles, including Kuliyan Sokoto on Professor Ishaq Oloyede. The anniversary activities combined the 13th Shaikh Usmanu Bin Fodiyo Week with events marking Sultan Muhammad Saad Abubakar III’s two decades as monarch. One ceremony was held at the International Conference Centre in Sokoto under the theme “Reviving Ethical Leadership and Social Harmony: Lessons from Sokoto Jihad Leaders.” Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal attended and, in a goodwill message, described the Sultan as a leader who brings people together and provides stability. Lawal said the government and people of Zamfara had been inspired by the Sultan’s guidance, particularly during difficult social and security conditions. He called on religious and traditional leaders to support efforts to promote peace in their communities. The Sultan thanked those who had contributed during his 20 years on the throne and encouraged religious, traditional...