The Emir of Ilorin and Chairman, Kwara State Traditional Rulers Council, Mai-Martaba Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, has congratulated Mr. Suleiman Yahaya Alapansanpa on the occasion of his 70th birthday.
This was contained in a goodwill message issued on Thursday by the Emir’s Press Secretary, Dr. Abdulazeez Arowona.
The Emir highlighted the numerous contributions and achievements of the celebrant over the years. He described Alapansanpa, who is both the Chairman of the Ilorin Emirate Durbar Committee and the Danmasani of Ilorin, as an invaluable figure to the emirate and to humanity at large.
He noted that Alapansanpa has continued to play a vital role in promoting cultural heritage and preserving tradition, even beyond his years of active service.
“Your Platinum Jubilee marks a turning point for greater service to Almighty Allah and humanity. Your commitment has elevated the Ilorin Grand Durbar into one of Nigeria’s foremost traditional and cultural celebrations,” the statement read.
The Emir prayed that Alapansanpa would be blessed with more strength, wisdom, and fulfilment in the years ahead.