The Muslim Media Practitioners of Nigeria (MMPN) has felicitated its Grand Patron, His Eminence, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, the Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), on the occasion of his 70th birthday.
In a statement signed by its National President, Abdurrahman Balogun, MMPN 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 and decades of service to Islam, Nigeria and humanity.
The organisation described the Sultan as a source of inspiration and guidance to Muslim media practitioners, noting his consistent emphasis on truth, fairness, professionalism and responsible journalism as instruments for promoting peace and national cohesion.
MMPN also commended his leadership of the NSCIA, particularly his efforts to strengthen Islamic unity, promote interfaith understanding and foster peaceful coexistence among Nigerians across religious, ethnic and regional divides.
The group further appreciated the Sultan’s support for the media and his recognition of the important role journalists play in shaping public opinion, defending truth and advancing the common good.
According to MMPN, the Sultan’s wisdom, humility, courage and statesmanship have continued to make significant contributions to the development of Islam and Nigeria.
The organisation prayed that Almighty Allah would grant the Sultan continued good health, wisdom and strength, as well as many more years of service to Islam, humanity and the nation.
