The Muslim Media Practitioners of Nigeria (MMPN) has congratulated the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, on his 20th coronation anniversary, commending his contributions to peace, religious tolerance and national unity.
The organisation, in a congratulatory statement signed by its National President, Alhaji Abdur-Rahman Balogun, on Sunday, described the two decades of the Sultan’s reign as years of dedicated service to Islam, the Muslim Ummah and Nigeria.
Abubakar, who is also the President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), ascended the throne in 2006.
MMPN, which identified the Sultan as its Grand Patron, expressed appreciation for his consistent support for Muslim media practitioners and his recognition of the media’s role in promoting responsible citizenship, understanding and peaceful coexistence.
The organisation said the Sultan had, over the years, used his position to promote dialogue, tolerance and mutual respect among Nigerians of different religious and cultural backgrounds.
It noted that his messages of peace and unity had provided reassurance during difficult periods in the country and reinforced the importance of national cohesion.
MMPN also commended the Sultan for recognising the responsibility associated with media practice, saying his encouragement had strengthened its members’ commitment to fairness, professionalism and responsible journalism.
The organisation said it joined the Muslim Ummah, the Sultanate Council, the people of Sokoto and Nigerians across the country in celebrating the milestone and acknowledging his contributions to the Muslim community and the nation’s pursuit of peace.
It prayed Almighty Allah to grant the Sultan continued good health, wisdom and strength for more years of service to Islam, humanity and Nigeria.
The statement wished the Sultan a happy 20th coronation anniversary.
