Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago has congratulated renowned Islamic Scholar and spiritual leader of the Tijjaniya Sect, Sheikh Usman Dahiru Bauchi, who attained the age of 100.
Governor Umaru Bago in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, described Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi as a man of honour, integrity and a giant Pillar in the Islamic world who has contributed immensely to the propagation of Islam the world over.
He said the vast Islamic knowledge of the Sheikh has helped in fostering unity and understanding, especially among other faiths.
The Governor acknowledged the fact that Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi is a strong-willed man and appreciated Allah for allowing him to clock a centenary age that is rare to attain in the modern era.
Governor Umaru Bago, while praying for good health and more wisdom for the renowned Sheikh, encouraged Muslims alike to borrow a leaf from the Scholar who has been an exceptional leader.
