Sultan’s 20th anniversary: Muslim Media Practitioners hail monarch on service to humanity
by Tajudeen Balogun · The Eagle OnlineThe Muslim Media Practitioners of Nigeria has felicitated with the Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, on the occasion of his 20th anniversary on the throne.
This is contained in a press statement, signed by the MMPN National President, Alhaji Abdur-Rahman Balogun, on Sunday.
Balogun affirmed that 20 years is a remarkable milestone, for His Eminence, since 2006, noting that it has been two decades of service to Islam, the Muslim Ummah and the country, marked by dignity, wisdom and a strong commitment to peace and unity.
The MMPN statement reads in part: “We deeply appreciate his support and the confidence he has consistently shown in Muslim media practitioners and in the role of the media in promoting understanding, responsible citizenship and peaceful coexistence at home in Nigeria and beyond.
“Over the years, His Eminence has used his voice to encourage dialogue, tolerance and mutual respect among Nigerians of different faiths and backgrounds.
“At a time when the country faces difficult moments, those messages have often provided reassurance and reminded us of the things that bind us together.
“We also appreciate the Sultan’s recognition of the responsibility that comes with using the media to serve society.
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“His encouragement has strengthened our resolve as Muslim media practitioners to pursue our profession with fairness, professionalism and a clear sense of responsibility to the public.
“We celebrate the years of service and the many contributions His Eminence has made to the Muslim community and to Nigeria’s quest for peace and national cohesion”.
The statement added that as Grand Patron of MMPN, the Sultan holds a special place in our organisation.
The MMPN President joined the Muslim Ummah, the Sultanate Council, the people of Sokoto and Nigerians across the country in celebrating these milestones.
Balogun prayed that Almighty Allah continues to grant His Eminence good health, wisdom and strength, and blesses him with more years of service to Islam, humanity and Nigeria.
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