Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru-Bago has congratulated the Etsu Nupe and Chairman, Niger State Council of Traditional Rulers, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, on his 21 years on the throne and 72nd birthday.
The governor’s congratulatory message is contained in a statement issued on Thursday in Minna by his Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim.
Bago appreciated Allah for all His mercies and kindness in the life of the revered traditional leader of the Nupe Kingdom.
He commended the fatherly role that the 13th Etsu Nupe has been playing not just among the Nupe-speaking people but to the entire nation.
The governor observed that the unity and high cultural values among his subjects, speaks volumes of his purposeful leadership.
He Etsu Nupe had done a lot to promote, strengthen and sustain the age-long rich cultural heritage of the Nupe Kingdom.
He says the reign of Etsu Nupe has tremendously imparted positively on not only his subjects alone but diverse Nigerians around his Kingdom.
Bago eulogised the traditional ruler, describing him as a bridge-builder, selfless, determined and caring leader, who always stands by his people.
He also applauded the celebrant for leading other traditional rulers in the state to support policies and programmes of the present administration at all levels.
The governor prayed that Allah’s love and mercy would continue to be on the revered traditional leader for more effective service to humanity.
He also prayed that his reign will continue to be peaceful and successful.