Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal has described the late 18th Sultan of
Sokoto, Ibrahim Dasuki, as a pioneer reformist who deployed his wide
knowledge of Islam and vast experience as a technocrat to make profound
impact on his family, community and the nation at large.
In a message of condolence issued Tuesday in Sokoto by his spokesman,
Malam Imam Imam, Tambuwal said at every stage of his life, Sultan Dasuki
gave his all to ensure communal harmony and educational development of the
citizenry.
“The history of local government reform in Nigeria will not be complete
without the mention of the important role Sultan Dasuki and his colleagues
played in giving the country the present structure we are enjoying at the
third tier of government.
“For the eight years Dasuki spent on the throne as Sultan of Sokoto, he
gave priority attention to the educational development of our people by
promoting adult and women literacy in all parts of Sokoto. He equally paid
attention to the revitalization of religious education especially among
Imams of various mosques in the Caliphate.
“He dedicated time, energy and resources in promoting religious harmony
especially between Muslims in the North and South West of the country. So
also is his efforts at promoting peaceful coexistence between and among
various religious groups within the country and beyong.
“In addition, he will be remembered for formulating workable framework for
the prevention and management of inter-communal clashes in Nigeria. His
untiring effort in ending the Tiv, Jukun and Fulani skirmish in Taraba
State particularly stands out.
“As a person who rose to the pinnacle of civil service and retired as a
Federal Permanent Secretary, Sultan Dasuki dedicated his later years to
mentoring young Nigerians on aspect of leadership, public administration
and community service. He became a repository of knowledge and was always
willing to share his experience with whoever sought it.
“He will be greatly missed,” Tambuwal added.
While praying to Almighty Allah to grant Sultan Dasuki jannatul-firdaus,
Tambuwal said the people and government of Sokoto will continue to cherish
the deceased’s contributions to the development of the Caliphate and the
state at large.
The Governor equally sent his commiserations to Sultan Muhammad Sa’ad
Abubakar and late Sultan Dasuki’s family over the painful loss.