Sokoto Governor Praises Sultan for Two Decades of Peace and Development Efforts

Sokoto State Governor, Dr. Ahmed Aliyu, has praised the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, for his efforts in promoting peace and national development over the last twenty years. The Governor spoke at the 13th Annual Danfodiyo Lecture, which celebrated the Sultan’s 20th anniversary on the throne. The event took place at the Conference Centre in Kasarawa, Sokoto.

Governor Aliyu highlighted the Sultanate as a vital source of traditional leadership, religious guidance, and community involvement. He noted that the Sultan has worked to foster unity among Nigeria’s various ethnic and religious groups.

Represented by his Deputy, Alhaji Idris Mohammed Gobir, Aliyu urged Nigerians to adopt the teachings of Sheikh Usmanu Danfodiyo and other scholars from the Sokoto Caliphate. These teachings focus on justice, accountability, and good governance.

The Governor called the lecture’s theme, “Sokoto Caliphate: An Egalitarian Model for Peace, Justice and Sustainable Development,” timely. He emphasized that the annual event serves as a platform for sharing the Caliphate’s values with younger generations.

Aliyu also shared his administration’s achievements, which include building roads, renovating health and educational facilities, and training thousands of youths and women in various skills. He mentioned ongoing support for Islamic institutions through financial assistance and resources for religious leaders.

In his remarks, the Sultan expressed gratitude to everyone who helped make the event successful and thanked Allah for his twenty years of leadership. He presented awards to several distinguished individuals, including Senator Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko.

Governor Dauda Lawal Dare of Zamfara State also spoke at the event, urging religious and traditional leaders to continue promoting peace in their communities. He discussed his administration’s efforts to tackle insecurity and improve living conditions.