sultan of sokoto

The Digest: President Bola Tinubu has continued his series of high-level consultations, meeting with the Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence Muhammad Sa’adu Abubakar, at the State House. The meeting follows closely on the heels of the President's discussion with the Archbishop of Abuja, Bishop...

The Digest: The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, has called on the Nigerian government to implement stricter regulation of social media, labeling it a significant threat to national peace and unity. Speaking through the Emir of Zazzau at a major northern summit, the Sultan lamented...

The Digest: In a powerful address at the launch of a book on Nigeria's insurgency, the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, has redefined the concept of Jihad. The Sultan emphasized that Jihad is about personal striving for excellence, not violence, urging Nigerians to reject extremist...

The Digest: A proposed Senate bill to elevate the Ooni of Ife and Sultan of Sokoto over other traditional rulers has sparked nationwide controversy. Critics argue that the bill threatens Nigeria’s federal structure, igniting debates about fairness, unity, and ethnic equality. Key Points: Bill...

The Sultan of Sokoto, leading the Jama’atu Nasril Islam (JNI), has condemned the rising tide of violence across Nigeria, highlighting the brutal killing of Muslim wedding guests in Plateau State. This tragedy underscores the profound danger that now haunts the nation's shared spaces, turning...