As reported by Leadership, Prof. Abubakar Sulaiman, Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), has extended his congratulations to the Chairman of the Nigeria Governors Forum and Governor of Kwara State, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, on his conferment with the chieftaincy title of Sardauna of Ilorin Emirate.

The Emir of Ilorin and Chairman of the Kwara State Traditional Rulers Council, Dr. Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, officially announced Governor AbdulRazaq as the new Sardauna.

Prof. Sulaiman praised the Governor’s recognition as a testament to his exceptional qualities and dedication to public service. He also noted that the people of Kwara State are grateful for Governor AbdulRazaq’s relentless efforts to improve the state.

“I am not surprised by this recognition, as a fellow native who has observed your leadership and appreciates your contributions to our state and nation.

“Indeed, you have demonstrated dynamism, focus, efficiency, and integrity in the way you have governed our state.

Your innovation towards transforming Kwara State has made your administration exemplary,” he said.