President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday congratulated the Emir of Zazzau-Suleja, Alhaji Awwal Ibrahim,
on his 81st birthday.
The president, in a congratulatory message by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, joined the Suleja Emirate Council and Niger State Traditional Council to celebrate with the royal father.
Buhari said that the Emir had influenced the nation’s development in many ways.
The president felicitated with family, friends, and associates of the Emir, extolling the traditional ruler for always accepting responsibilities to serve the nation and his community.
President Buhari noted that the traditional ruler had worked variously as a lecturer and permanent secretary before he was elected Governor of Niger State in 1979.
He acknowledged the visionary leadership provided by the Emir in his domain and extension of his experience in contributing to the growth of the nation, particularly in the area of education, administration, and governance.
President Buhari prayed for the well-being of the Emir and his family.