President lauds Sulu-Gambari’s courage, leadership, contribution to peace, development
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Emir of Ilorin, His Royal Highness, Dr. Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, on the 30th anniversary of his ascension to the throne.
The President described the monarch as a symbol of honour, dignity, and unwavering commitment to justice.
He praised the Maimartaba Sarkin Ilorin for his visionary leadership and sustained contributions to peace and development in Ilorin and across Kwara State since assuming the throne on November 11, 1995.
In a statement issued yesterday in Abuja by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, the President noted that Emir Sulu-Gambari’s reign has been marked by courage, fairness, integrity, and a deep sense of responsibility.
The President also commended the traditional ruler for his consistent partnership with successive state administrations, saying such collaboration has fostered peace and stability and paved the way for the remarkable development the ancient city has witnessed over the last three decades.
“Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Sulu-Gambari, is a man of honour and dignity. He served the country diligently before his ascension to the throne. And today, he continues to serve our nation as Chancellor of Bayero University in Kano,” the President said.
Reflecting on the monarch’s distinguished judicial career, President Tinubu recalled the Emir’s years of service as a Justice of the Court of Appeal, where he demonstrated uncommon courage, dispensing justice without fear or favour.
The President also offered a personal tribute, recounting the Emir’s role during the pro-democracy struggles of the 1990s.
“During our agitation for democracy in the land when the military was hounding me, I benefited greatly from Dr. Sulu-Gambari’s boldness in dispensing justice, for which I remain eternally thankful to him,” he stated.
President Tinubu prayed for many more years of good health and impactful leadership for the Emir.
