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The Sultan of Sokoto has urged Nigerians to engage leaders with respect instead of insults. Speaking after Eid prayers, he called for prayers for national progress and encouraged citizens to uphold Ramadan values. His message has sparked debate, with some supporting diplomacy while others demand stronger accountability.

The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, has urged Nigerians to address their grievances with leaders respectfully rather than resorting to insults. Speaking after the Eid-el-Fitr prayers in Sokoto, he emphasized that constructive dialogue, rather than verbal attacks, is key to gaining the attention of those in power.

“It is important to speak truth to leaders, but we must do so without insults. If you disrespect your leaders, how do you expect them to listen?” the Sultan remarked.

He further encouraged Nigerians to offer prayers for their leaders at all levels, including the President, governors, and lawmakers, asking for divine guidance in their decision-making. “Our nation needs prayers for peace, progress, and prosperity,” he added.

As the President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, the Sultan also commended the discipline displayed during Ramadan and urged Muslims to uphold the values of the holy month in their daily lives. He particularly praised Islamic scholars for maintaining decorum in their teachings and urged them to continue spreading messages of peace and unity.

The Sultan’s call for respectful engagement with leadership comes at a time of heightened public frustration over governance and economic challenges in Nigeria. His statement has drawn mixed reactions from Nigerians, with some supporting his message of diplomacy while others express skepticism about the effectiveness of prayers in addressing the nation’s pressing issues.