The newly turbaned SARKIN GOBIR of Ilorin Emirate, Alhaji Yakubu Garba Gobir has expressed gratitude to well wishers and diginatries who graced the occasion of his turban ceremony.
The appreciation message issued through Prof. Iliyasu Gobir on behalf of the Gobir Family reads;
In the name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate,
On behalf of Sarkin Gobir Ilorin, Alhaji Yakubu Abubakar Garba Gobir, and the entire Gobir community in Ilorin Emirate, we express our deepest gratitude for your response to our invitation and the honor you bestowed upon us, particularly through your presence at the coronation ceremony of the 10th Sarkin Gobir Ilorin, held on Friday, 21 February 2025.
Your participation made the occasion truly remarkable and reinforced our shared commitment to heritage, unity, and tradition.
We were profoundly honored by His Royal Highness, Mai Martaba Alhaji (Dr.) Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, CFR, the Emir of Ilorin, whose support and blessings added immense value to the event. We also extend our sincere appreciation to His Royal Highness, the Emir of Daura, represented by Alhaji Mohammed Jamo Ahmed, Katukan Daura, and His Royal Highness, the Emir of Katsina, represented by Alhaji Yusuf Shema, Dan Yadana Katsina.
Our heartfelt gratitude goes to His Excellency, Mallam Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, CON, the Executive Governor of Kwara State, whose goodwill was conveyed through Dr. Alimi AbdulRazaq, Mutawale Ngeri, as well as the distinguished representative of the Deputy Governor of Sokoto State.
We also appreciate the presence of Sardaunan Gobir, Senator Ibrahim Abdullahi Gobir, whose participation highlighted the significance of this historic occasion.
We extend our sincere appreciation to Hajia Sa’adatu Modibbo-Kawu, the Kwara State Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development whose presence added great value to the event.
We also acknowledge with gratitude the presence of Alhaji Tajudeen Ibrahim Inaolaji.
We extend our deepest gratitude to the respected traditional leaders and dignitaries, including the Baloguns of Ilorin, Imams and Clerics, Alhaji Abubakar Sulu-Gambari, the Ciroma of Ilorin, Alhaji Abubakar Ibrahim, the Sarkin Hausawa of Kwara State, and Alhaji Tajudeen AbdulKadir, the Makama Lafiagi.
We are grateful for the presence of prominent figures, including Prof. Hon. Ali Ahmad (SAN), Professor Olaolu Ali (SAN)kuliyan Garin, ,Hon. Moshood Mustapha( Wakilin Ngarin), Hon. Ganiyu Cook Olododo, (Mai Gaskiya Ilori), Alhaji Lukman Mustapha, Chairman, Board of Directors, Sobi FM, and Alhaji Abdulkadir Attahiru Adamu Manko, Chairman, HAM Foundation.
We particularly acknowledge and appreciate the attendance of Alhaji Toyin Olokooba, Hon. Ibrahim Akaje, Hon. Daibu Sulu-Gambari, Mallam Shehu Ahmad Daura, Prof. Abubakar Olanrewaju Sulaiman, former Minister for National Planning and current DG, NILDS Abuja, Dr. Ghali Alaaya, NNPC Non-Executive Member, Alhaji Ibrahim Danmaigoro, and Alhaji Saadu Salaudeen, Special Adviser on Political Matters to the Executive Governor of Kwara State.
We acknowledge with deep gratitude the presence of Sarkin Gobir Katsina, Alhaji Muhammad Kabir Usman, Sarkin Rwahin Gobir, Alhaji Ismail Muhammad Gobir, Sarkin Kudu Gobir, Alhaji Ibrahim Isah Janjuna Gobir, Sarkin Gobir Minna, Alhaji Ibrahim Dan Imamu, and Sarkin Samarin Nupe, Alhaji Yahaya M. Abubakar, whose attendance reaffirmed the enduring strength of the Gobir legacy.
Our sincere appreciation also extends to Chairman, GDA Board of Trustees, Ibrahim Alhassan Sabon Birni, Chairman, GDA, Alhaji Idris Alhassan Gatawa, Danmasanin & Secretary GDA, Prof. Yakubu Aliyu Gobir, Vice Chairman, GDA, Alhaji Rabiu Yusuf, and Chairman, GDA Contact & Mobilization Committee, Dr. Surajo Alkasim, whose unwavering support contributed immensely to the success of the ceremony.
Furthermore, we express our deep appreciation to Alhaji Yunusa Faskari, Representative of Magajin Faskari, Alhaji Bala, Majidadin Sarkin Gobir Minna, Alhaji Shuaibu, Chairman, Gobirawan Minna, Alhaji Shuaibu DDK, Danmalikin Gobirawan Minna, Alhaji Jamilu Dahiru, Danmalikin Gobir Suleja Emirate, Alhaji Ibrahim Muhammad, Wakilin Gobirawa Gurbata LGA, Alhaji Dalhatu Mai Kaza, Secretary for Human Rights Watch Lambata, Alhaji Kabiru Muhammad, PA, Prof. Yusha’u Baraya, Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto, Department of Veterinary Medicine, Alhaji Garba Shuaibu Takoki, Sokoto State Ministry of Animal Health and Fisheries Development, Chairman, Sabon Birni Youth Forum, Alhaji Murtala Idris, Deputy Director, Sokoto State Ministry of Environment, and Alhaji Ibrahim Alhassan, whose presence and contributions were deeply valued.
We are also deeply grateful to all distinguished personalities, government officials, traditional rulers, and well-wishers from various sectors who contributed to the success of this memorable event. Your presence and support demonstrate the unity, strength, and shared heritage of our people.
To those who could not attend but sent their goodwill messages, we extend our sincere appreciation. Your kind thoughts and prayers were deeply felt and highly valued.
If, by any oversight, we have omitted the name of anyone who honoured us with their presence, we sincerely apologize and assure you that your contributions and support are deeply valued and appreciated.
May Allah bless you abundantly, strengthen our bond of friendship and love, and continue to guide us in unity and prosperity. We are truly grateful.
Jazakumullahu Khairan.
Sincerely,
Prof. Iliyasu Gobir
For the Gobir Family
