Idowu Patrick
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated His Royal Highness, the Etsu Nupe, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, on his 71st birthday and the anniversary of his historic 20th year on the throne.
The first-class monarch, who also serves as the chairman of the Niger State Council of Traditional Rulers, was praised by Tinubu as a consummate statesman and a highly esteemed national figure in a statement signed and issued by Mr. Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity.
“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.
The President 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 traditional ruler and urged him to rededicate himself in his effort to improve society.
