President Tinubu prayed for more fulfilling years for the Etsu Nupe and urged him to rededicate himself in his effort to improve society.
By Jeffrey Agbo
President Bola Tinubu has felicitated the Etsu Nupe, Yahaya Abubakar, on the occasion of his 71st birthday and the commemoration of his 20th anniversary on the highly revered throne.
Tinubu, in a statement on Monday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, described the first-class monarch, who is also the chairman of the Niger State Council of Traditional Rulers, as a consummate statesman and a most respected national leader.
“I join a multitude of Nigerians, family members and friends in celebrating His Royal Highness, the Etsu Nupe. This is a remarkable moment which calls for thanksgiving in the celebration of a purposeful life that has been well lived,” the President stated.
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Tinubu noted that throughout his decorated career as a military official and upon his ascension to the revered throne of his forefathers two decades ago, the traditional ruler has remained steadfast in his service to Nigeria and his people.
President Tinubu prayed for more fulfilling years for the Etsu Nupe and urged him to rededicate himself in his effort to improve society.