Tinubu celebrates Sultan’s 20 years on throne

President Bola Tinubu has paid tribute to the Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, on the 20th anniversary of his ascension to the throne. In a congratulatory letter, Tinubu described the Sultan as a moral authority, a voice of moderation, and a steady counsellor to Nigerian leaders across generations. He praised the Sultan's leadership for preserving and enriching the ancient institution of the Sokoto Caliphate, as well as his role in promoting religious harmony and tolerance, peace advocacy, and support for various social causes.

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