The Muslim Media Practitioners of Nigeria (MMPN) has congratulated its Grand Patron, His Eminence Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, CFR, mni, the Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), on his 70th birthday.
In a statement signed by its National President, Abdurrahman Balogun, MMPN described the Sultan as a champion of unity, peace and national cohesion, saying his decades of service to Islam, Nigeria and humanity had earned him widespread respect.
The organisation joined millions of Nigerians, Muslims across the world, traditional rulers, religious leaders, government officials and members of the media community in celebrating the Sultan’s milestone.
MMPN said Sultan Sa’ad Abubakar had remained a source of inspiration and guidance to Muslim media practitioners, particularly through his consistent emphasis on truth, fairness, professionalism and responsible journalism.
According to the organisation, the Sultan’s leadership of the NSCIA has also demonstrated his commitment to strengthening Islamic unity, promoting interfaith understanding and fostering peaceful coexistence among Nigerians, regardless of their religious, ethnic or regional backgrounds.
The group particularly commended the Sultan for his continued support for the media and his recognition of the important role journalists play in shaping public opinion, defending truth and advancing the common good.
“On this auspicious occasion, MMPN celebrates the Sultan’s wisdom, humility, courage and statesmanship, while acknowledging his enduring contributions to the development of Islam and Nigeria,” the statement said.
The organisation prayed to Almighty Allah to grant the Sultan continued good health, wisdom and strength, as well as many more years of service to Islam, humanity and the nation.
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