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Emir of Gombe, Dr Abubakar Shehu Abubakar III
By Akanji Alowolodu, Gombe
As the Emir of Gombe, Alhaji (Dr) . Abubakar Shehu Abubakar III marks his 7th year anniversary on the throne of his forefathers Sunday, the Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has rejoiced with the royal father, describing him as an exemplary and compassionate leader who has become a rallying point for his subjects.
The Governor noted that the Chairman of the Gombe state Council of Emirs and Chiefs has within the 7 years of his rule, impacted so much on hi people and the whole of the state by bringing uncommon zest, innovations and class to his traditional leadership.
Inuwa Yahaya also praised him for being a father to all and for his uncommon display of philanthropy, forthrightness and wisdom while handling his royal responsibilities.
He said the Emir, Abubakar III is playing a significant role in the promotion of harmony and peaceful coexistence among the diverse people of his cosmopolitan Emirate and the state in general while remaining the rallying point and inspiration for his subjects. 6Governor particularly commended the monarch for his consistency in supporting the less privileged children in the society to acquire education through his foundation and for using his royal influence to attract development not only to his immediate domain, but to the entire state.
He prayed Almighty Allah to continue to guide the traditional ruler and grant him sound health, more wisdom and successful reign as contained in a statement by Ismaila Uba Misilli Director-General, (Press Affairs), Government House, Gombe.
