Gombe State Governor and Chairman of the Northern Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NNGF), Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has congratulated the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, on the 20th anniversary of his accession to the throne.
Yahaya described the Sultan’s two decades on the throne as a remarkable period characterised by exemplary leadership, wisdom and an unwavering commitment to peace, unity and national cohesion.
The governor conveyed his congratulations in a statement issued on Monday, November 2, 2026, on behalf of the Gombe State Government, the people of the state and the Northern Nigeria Governors’ Forum.
He commended the Sultan for his invaluable contributions to religious harmony, peaceful coexistence and national development, noting that his leadership had continued to strengthen unity across the country.
Yahaya particularly acknowledged the Sultan’s roles as the spiritual leader of Muslims in Nigeria, President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) and Chairman of the Northern Traditional Rulers Council.
He said the Sultan had consistently provided purposeful guidance to the Muslim community while promoting religious tolerance, interfaith dialogue and mutual understanding among Nigerians.
The governor also praised the Sultan for his continued support, cooperation and wise counsel to the Northern Governors’ Forum, noting that his constructive engagement had strengthened collaboration between political and traditional institutions in addressing the challenges confronting Northern Nigeria.
According to him, the Sultan’s fatherly guidance, statesmanship and commitment to the collective aspirations of the region remain a source of inspiration to Northern governors as they work towards improving security, promoting development and enhancing the welfare of the people.
Yahaya prayed Almighty Allah to grant the Sultan continued good health, renewed strength and divine wisdom to sustain his leadership and reign for many more years.
The statement was signed by Ismaila Uba Misilli, Director-General, Press Affairs, Government House, Gombe.
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