Dan Sokoto felicitates Emir of Ilorin at 86.

…Praises legacy of peace and leadership

Gbolahan Salman

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and aspirant for the Kwara State House of Assembly, Afon Constituency, Hon. Ridwan Dan Sokoto, has congratulated the Emir of Ilorin, Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, on the occasion of his 86th birthday, describing him as a symbol of unity and stability.

In a statement issued on Wednesday, Dan Sokoto said the monarch’s three decades on the throne have been marked by wisdom, justice, and an unwavering commitment to peace, noting that his reign has significantly contributed to the development of Ilorin Emirate and Kwara State at large.

“Your Royal Highness, your distinguished career as a former Justice of the Court of Appeal and your exemplary leadership as the 11th Emir of Ilorin have continued to inspire generations,” he said.

The PDP aspirant подчеркнул that the peaceful atmosphere sustained under the Emir’s leadership has created an enabling environment for commerce, education, and community development to thrive.

“As an entrepreneur and a servant of the people, I am deeply grateful for the stability and harmony Your Highness has fostered, which allows businesses and communities to flourish without fear or division,” he added.

Dan Sokoto also prayed for the monarch’s continued good health, wisdom, and strength, urging him to sustain his service to the people of the emirate, Kwara State, and Nigeria.

He extended his goodwill on behalf of his family, supporters, and members of the PDP in Kwara State, wishing the Emir many more years of impactful leadership.

The Emir of Ilorin, who ascended the throne in 1995, remains one of Nigeria’s most respected traditional rulers, widely regarded for his role in promoting peace and unity across the state and beyond.