From Bashir Rabe Mani, Sokoto
The Walin Sokoto, Hon. Manir Muhammad Dan’iya, has congratulated the Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, on the 20th anniversary of his ascension to the throne of the Sokoto Caliphate.
In a congratulatory message, Dan’iya described the Sultan’s two decades on the throne as a remarkable period of service, sacrifice, responsibility and commitment to the Sokoto Sultanate, the Muslim Ummah and national unity.
He said the Sultan’s leadership had continued to uphold the dignity and heritage of the Sokoto Caliphate while strengthening community bonds and promoting peaceful coexistence among Nigerians of different religious and cultural backgrounds.
Dan’iya, who conveyed the message in his capacity as Walin Sokoto, also described himself as a descendant of the heritage of Sheikh Usmanu Danfodiyo through the lineage of Isah Mai Kware, Autan Shehu.
He said he holds the institution of the Sultanate in high esteem because of its enduring values of faith, justice, knowledge, humility and service, which were established by the founding fathers.
According to him, leadership is a sacred trust, adding that the Sultan’s 20 years on the throne represent a significant chapter in the continued preservation of these values and traditions.
The Walin Sokoto prayed Almighty Allah to grant the Sultan sound health, long life, divine wisdom and strength to continue discharging the responsibilities of his exalted office.
He also prayed for divine guidance in the Sultan’s counsel and efforts towards promoting Islam, peace and national unity, while asking Allah to grant him the grace to lead with justice, compassion and spiritual fulfilment.
“Barka da cika shekaru 20 a kan karagar mulkin Musulunci da al’ummar Sokoto. Allah Ya kara lafiya, hikima, nisan kwana da daukaka,” he said.
Dan’iya extended the congratulatory message on behalf of his family and in his capacity as Walin Sokoto, expressing hope that Almighty Allah would continue to preserve the Sultanate and make Sokoto a beacon of faith, learning, peace and moral leadership.
He wished the Sultan many more years of impactful leadership and service to the people of Sokoto State, the Muslim Ummah and Nigeria.
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