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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Etsu Nupe and Chairman of the Niger State Council of Traditional Rulers, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, on the occasion of his 73rd birthday and 22nd anniversary on the throne.

In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, yesterday, the President commended the first-class monarch for his patriotic service to the nation and his role in strengthening Nigeria’s traditional institutions.

Alhaji Abubakar, who retired as a Brigadier-General before ascending the throne as the 13th Etsu Nupe in 2003, was described by the President as a unifying figure whose reign has been marked by peace and reconciliation.

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“Etsu Nupe has contributed immensely to nation-building. He has used his revered position to promote unity, harmony, religious tolerance, peace and reconciliation in the country,” President Tinubu said.

The President further noted the monarch’s humility, courage and leadership qualities, which he has deployed in his roles as Chairman of the Abuja Mosque and Chairman of the Coordinating Committee of the National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria.

President Tinubu prayed for long life, greater wisdom, and a peaceful and prosperous reign for the Etsu Nupe, adding that his leadership continues to serve as a beacon for harmony in the country.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Etsu Nupe and Chairman of the Niger State Council of Traditional Rulers, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, on his 73rd birthday and 22nd anniversary on the throne.

In a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Friday, the President commended the first-class monarch for his patriotic service to the nation and his role in strengthening Nigeria’s traditional institutions.

Abubakar, who retired as a Brigadier-General before ascending the throne as the 13th Etsu Nupe in 2003, was described by the President as a unifying figure whose reign has been marked by peace and reconciliation.

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“Etsu Nupe has contributed immensely to nation-building. He has used his revered position to promote unity, harmony, religious tolerance, peace and reconciliation in the country,” Tinubu said.

The President further noted the monarch’s humility, courage and leadership qualities, which he has deployed in his roles as Chairman of the Abuja Mosque and Chairman of the Coordinating Committee of the National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria.

Tinubu prayed for long life, greater wisdom, and a peaceful and prosperous reign for the Etsu Nupe, adding that his leadership continues to serve as a beacon for harmony in the country.

Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, the Etsu Nupe and Chairman, Niger  Council of Traditional Rulers, has called on Muslims in the country to move closer to God.

Etsu Nupe, who spoke in Bida yesterday at the closing of 2025 (1446AH) Ramadan Tafsir in Usman Zaki Central Mosque, said that solutions to Nigerians’ challenges lie in fervent prayers.

He said that there was nothing that could not be solved through prayers and utmost piety.

Abubakar said that the Ramadan period was a  time for the Almighty Allah to accept all prayers, and provide divine solutions to the myriad of problems facing the country.

The traditional ruler said it was only with the fear of Allah that Muslims could meet their needs and enjoy their possessions on earth.

The Etsu Nupe also urged Muslims to sustain the noble lessons learned during the Holy Month of Ramadan.

“We should always remember and value God in whatever we do at all times.

‘This, we should sustain beyond the current Ramadan period as moving closer to God always is the key to solving Nigeria’s formidable challenges,”he said.

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Abubakar admonished the Muslim Ummah in the country to sustain the virtues learnt during the ongoing Ramadan fast even after the passage of the month.

“We must maintain our God-fearing acts which we exhibited during the fasting period.

“Muslims should strive to maintain all their good deeds during the fasting period and shun all the evils and devilish acts they have abstained from during the holy month,” he said.

According to him, “these noble virtues include patience, piety, philanthropy and love for one another.

They also include abstaining from adultery, cheating, stealing, alcoholism, devilish acts and drug abuse

“Fasting is not only for abstaining from drinking and eating but also a time to emulate what Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was sent by Almighty Allah to come and do, as well as preach,“he said.

He appealed to well-to-do Muslims to assist the less privileged with food items and other basic needs.

The traditional ruler urged the faithful to use the remaining few days of fasting period to pray fervently for national peace and progress.

The Etsu Nupe further enjoined Muslims to tolerate one another and pray for sustained unity of the country.

He said that the two major religions in the country preach  peace, unity and love for one another, saying we should always strive to maintain these at all times.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Etsu Nupe, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, on today’s celebration of his 72nd birthday and 21st anniversary on the throne.

A statement yesterday in Abuja by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, reads: “President Tinubu recognises the strong and purposeful leadership of the Etsu Nupe as Chairman of the Niger State Council of Traditional Rulers and his contributions to the traditional leadership institution and community development. 

“The President commends the first-class traditional ruler for supporting education and development initiatives and facilitating healthcare projects in Nupe Kingdom.

“President Tinubu also commends him for working for the stability of the country by promoting peaceful coexistence and cooperation among different ethnic groups, not only in Niger State but also throughout Nigeria. 

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“The President also notes the Etsu Nupe’s steadfastness in promoting interfaith harmony and understanding among different religious groups since he assumed his ancestors’ throne more than two decades ago. 

“He urges the highly regarded monarch of the Nupe Kingdom to continue to foster national unity and development. 

“President Tinubu wishes the king good health and happiness as he celebrates two events.”

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Etsu Nupe, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, on his 72nd birthday and 21st anniversary on the throne, praising his strong and purposeful leadership as the chairman of the Niger State Council of Traditional Rulers.

In a statement issued on Wednesday, September 11, by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu commended the monarch’s contributions to traditional leadership and community development, particularly in supporting education and development initiatives, facilitating healthcare projects, and promoting peaceful coexistence among ethnic groups.

The president also noted the Etsu Nupe’s commitment to interfaith harmony and understanding, urging him to continue fostering national unity and development.

As the monarch celebrates his birthday and anniversary, President Tinubu wishes him good health and happiness, recognizing his steadfastness and dedication to the Nupe Kingdom and Nigeria as a whole.

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“President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated His Royal Highness, the Etsu Nupe, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, on his 72nd birthday on Thursday, 12 September. This birthday coincides with the monarch’s 21st anniversary on the throne.

“President Tinubu recognises the strong and purposeful leadership of the Etsu Nupe as Chairman of the Niger State Council of Traditional Rulers and his contributions to the traditional leadership institution and community development. 

“The President commends the first-class traditional ruler for supporting education and development initiatives and facilitating healthcare projects in Nupe Kingdom.

“The President also commends him for working for the stability of the country by promoting peaceful coexistence and cooperation among different ethnic groups, not only in Niger State but also throughout Nigeria. 

“The President also notes the Etsu Nupe’s steadfastness in promoting interfaith harmony and understanding among different religious groups since he assumed his ancestors’ throne more than two decades ago.

“He urges the highly regarded monarch of the Nupe Kingdom to continue to foster national unity and development. 

“President Tinubu wishes the king good health and happiness as he celebrates tomorrow’s two events”, the statement said. 

The chairman of the Niger State Traditional Rulers, the Etsu Nupe, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, has stressed the need for increased investment in the health sector to improve it and reduce the number of Nigerians seeking medical treatment abroad.

He pointed out that the inadequacy of the nation’s health systems is a significant factor leading to medical tourism. Many hospitals in the country are not adequately equipped to meet global standards.

Speaking at the official commissioning of the Primary Health Care Centre built and equipped by Sunti Sugar Company for Kanzhi Community in the Mokwa local government area of Niger state, the Traditional Ruler also highlighted that the country’s medical brain drain is a consequence of underfunding and substandard health systems.

He emphasised that the solution lies in increased funding from federal and state governments for the health sector.

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Abubakar who was represented by the Galadima Rabba, Alhaji Mohamned Gimba Abubakar commended the Sunti Sugar Company over its interventions in the area as part of its social responsibilities calling on other companies and wealthy individuals to emulate them.

He said: “The era of leaving everything for government and Companies is long gone. You are also expected to put in your self-help projects as well for the development of the community.

“Sunti Sugar has been involved in the opening and maintenance of roads, construction of schools, and provision of portable water not only to the community but to the state in the past years and I call on you all to give the Company maximum cooperation to bring more development to the area and enhance peaceful coexistence among the people.”

The general manager of the company, Anlo Du Pisani said the project was earmarked as part of its social responsibilities adding that it would meet the health needs of the people within the area.

“We conducted an independent needs assessment of our host community and identified priority thematic areas for development and investment and using the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals as a reference, we resolved to support the communities in building a school, rehabilitation of roads, water and with the latest on the building of a Health Care Centre,” he remarked.