By Aluta News
Sept 11, 2023
President Bola Tinubu on Monday congratulated the Etsu Nupe in Niger, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, on his 71st birthday and the commemoration of his 20th year on the throne.
His media aide, Chief Ajuri Ngelale, stated in Abuja that the president described the first-class traditional ruler as a consummate statesman and respected national leader.
“I join the multitude of Nigerians, family members and friends in celebrating His Royal Highness, the Etsu Nupe, Chairman of the Niger State Council of Traditional Rulers.
“This is a remarkable moment which calls for thanksgiving in the celebration of a purposeful life that has been well lived,’’ Ngelale quoted Tinubu as saying.
He noted that throughout Abubakar’s career in the military and upon his ascension to the throne two decades ago, the traditional ruler had remained steadfast in his service to Nigeria and to his people.
Tinubu prayed for more fulfilling years for the traditional ruler and urged him to rededicate himself in his efforts to improve the society.
NAN