Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammed Sa’ad Abubakar III, commended President Bola Tinubu for his efforts in promoting religious tolerance. He noted that this initiative has played a significant role in the economic progress witnessed throughout the country.
On Saturday, 24 May, 2025, during the inauguration of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Darul’Ilm Centre for Islamic Studies in Kaduna – a facility built and donated by Mr. Tosin Ajayi, Director General of the Department of State Services (DSS) – commendation was given by The Sultan.
The Sultan encouraged Nigerians to downplay religious and ethnic differences, stating that the key to greatness for other economically successful countries was their ability to transcend these divisions.
He praised Tinubu for selecting Mr. Ajayi as the Director General of DSS, noting that this appointment has enabled the President to establish numerous cooperative connections nationwide.
The Sultan praised Ajayi’s determination, highlighting the commitment of “a Christian to establish an Islamic school for orphans and the underprivileged,” calling it “a legacy project that will endure beyond most of those present.” He went on to describe the initiative as a significant gesture, encouraging Nigerians to follow this example. The Sultan remarked that undertaking such projects would contribute positively to Nigeria’s development.
