The traditional ruler noted that the deceased’s commitment to dialogue and conflict resolution earned him the respect of people across communities.
Sa’ad Abubakar III, the Sultan of Sokoto, has called on Muslims to intensify prayers for the country’s leaders ahead of the 2027 elections.
“We are not in any position whatsoever to remove Christians from Nigeria. No, it is not possible,’’ said the Sultan of Sokoto.
The Sultan Foundation has secured a donation of school furniture to Kebbi, estimated at over N1.2 billion.
The meeting followed recent remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump, who threatened action against Nigeria over alleged anti-Christian attacks.
The CDS reaffirmed the commitment of the Armed Forces of Nigeria to defend the nation’s territorial integrity.
“No society can exist without challenges, but more needs to be done to restore lasting peace in the region,” said the sultan.
Mr Garba said that the event would attract 30,000 participants.
The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs secretary-general, Ishaq Oloyede, said this at a news conference in Abuja.
Mr Akume made the appeal in Abuja on Tuesday at the fourth quarterly meeting organised by the Nigeria Inter-Religious Council.
