The Executive Secretary of the Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria, (ARCN) Dr. Abubakar Adamu Dabban has extended warm felicitations to the Etsu Nupe and Chairman of Niger State Council of Traditional Rulers, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, as the first class traditional ruler marks his 73rd birthday and 22nd year anniversary on the throne.
This was contained in a message issued on behalf of the entire Dabban family.
According to a statement by Khadijat O. Ameen, Public Relations Officer, ARCN, the Executive Secretary praised the Royal Father as a father and mentor to the entire kingdom.
With His royal stool situated in Bida, Niger state, Dr Abubakar Adamu Dabban noted that the Etsu Nupe has been the royal father since the year 2003.
“Nupe indigents lift their voice in gratitude and in solemn choice. For in your strength, we see our part—a future bright, a nation’s heart.”
He prayed for God’s blessings upon the celebrant.
“May God Almighty grant you more, with blessings rich and grace in store—health, wisdom, joy without end, a guiding light, our nation’s friend.”
He concluded with prayers for long life, sound health and greater wisdom for the royal father.
“Your exemplary service, wisdom, and dedication to the Nigerian project continue to strengthen the fabric of our tradition and democracy.” he stated