President Bola Tinubu has described the 11th Emir of Ilorin, His Royal Highness Alhaji (Dr) Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, as one of Nigeria's finest traditional rulers, commending his distinguished judicial career, dedication to national service, and sustained contributions to peace and stability.

In a formal tribute issued on Wednesday to commemorate the monarch's 31st anniversary on the throne, President Tinubu extended the congratulations of the Federal Government to the Emir, his family, and the people of the Ilorin Emirate.

The President recalled the monarch's exemplary accomplishments in the legal profession prior to his ascension, noting that as a lawyer and scholar, he rose to serve with dignity and integrity as a Justice of the Court of Appeal (Lagos Division).

"Dr Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, the 11th Emir of Ilorin, is among the finest of our nation's traditional rulers a distinguished Nigerian through and through," President Tinubu stated.

Highlighting his role as Chairman of the Kwara State Council of Traditional Rulers, the President praised the Emir for providing purposeful leadership and preserving the grace, integrity, and prestige of the revered Ilorin throne.

President Tinubu also acknowledged the monarch's patriotic efforts in fostering peaceful coexistence and security within Ilorin and neighbouring communities, praying for his continued well-being and many more prosperous years for the emirate.