President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Emir of Ilorin, Dr Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, on his 31st anniversary on the throne, praising his contributions to peace, stability and traditional leadership.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Emir of Ilorin, Dr Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, on his 31st anniversary on the throne, commending his contributions to peace, stability and traditional leadership.
Tinubu conveyed the congratulatory message in a statement issued by the State House on November 11, 2026, describing the 11th Emir of Ilorin as one of Nigeria’s finest traditional rulers and a distinguished patriot.
The President highlighted Sulu-Gambari’s professional achievements, noting that the monarch had a distinguished career in the legal profession before ascending the throne of his forefathers.
According to Tinubu, the Emir served the country with dignity and integrity as a lawyer and scholar, rising to become a Justice of the Court of Appeal, Lagos Division.
He also commended the monarch’s efforts towards maintaining peace and stability in Ilorin and beyond.
Tinubu further praised Sulu-Gambari’s leadership as Chairman of the Kwara State Council of Traditional Rulers, noting his contributions to preserving the dignity, integrity and reputation of the revered Ilorin throne.
“On behalf of the Federal Government of Nigeria, I congratulate Dr Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari on his 31st anniversary on the throne,” the President said.
He added that he shared in the celebration with the Emir, his family and the people of Ilorin, while praying for more years of peace and prosperity for the monarch and the emirate.
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