NUJ Sokoto Council Congratulates Sultan on 20th Anniversary, Lauds Support for Journalists
NUJ Sokoto Council Congratulates Sultan on 20th Anniversary, Lauds Support for Journalists
From Bashir Rabe Mani in Sokoto
The Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Sokoto State Council, has congratulated His Eminence, the Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, on the occasion of his 20th anniversary on the throne of the Sultanate.
In a press statement jointly signed by the Chairman, Comrade Usman Mohammed Binji and Secretary, Muhammad Nasir Bello, the Council said as His Eminence marks the historic milestone on Monday, 2 November 2026, it joins the government and people of Sokoto State, the Muslim Ummah and Nigerians across the country in celebrating a remarkable journey of service to the Sultanate, the nation and humanity.
The Council noted that over the past two decades, the Sultan has continued to demonstrate exemplary traditional and spiritual leadership, promoting religious tolerance, peaceful coexistence, national unity and mutual understanding among people of different faiths and communities.
It described His Eminence as the spiritual leader of Muslims in Nigeria and custodian of the rich religious and cultural heritage of the Sokoto Caliphate who has remained an important voice in matters of national development, peacebuilding, interfaith relations and the promotion of mutual respect.
The NUJ Sokoto State Council particularly acknowledged his contributions to fostering harmonious relationships among religious communities and his consistent advocacy for dialogue, understanding and peaceful coexistence in the country.
The Council also expressed its profound appreciation to His Eminence for his goodwill, encouragement and sustained support for the Nigeria Union of Journalists, particularly the Sokoto State Council and the journalism profession, noting that his recognition of the important role of journalists in society and his support for initiatives that promote responsible journalism and public enlightenment are deeply appreciated.
According to the statement, the Council regards the Sultan’s support as an important encouragement to journalists in the discharge of their professional responsibilities, particularly in promoting peace, social cohesion, accountability and constructive engagement in society.
It further recognised the enduring importance of the Sultanate institution in preserving the historical, cultural and religious identity of Sokoto State, as well as its contribution to national unity and cohesion.
The Council prayed that Almighty Allah grants His Eminence continued good health, wisdom, strength and divine guidance, and blesses him with many more years of fruitful service to the Sultanate, the Muslim Ummah, Nigeria and humanity.
