Etsu nupe biography of alberta

Yahaya Abubakar, CFR ranks amongst the most outstanding; not only because of his privileged position in the order of protocol of emirs and chiefs in the North but also going by how he is revered by his subjects and respected across the nooks and crannies of Nigeria. Traditional rulers, by convention, should be seen hard at work building bridges and serving as forces of conciliation, helping to bring people together, irrespective of their ethnic, religious or political differences or whether or not they belong in the so-called political mainstream or in the opposition.

This role, the Etsu Nupe has continued to play excellently well, serving as a father to all. For a good measure, the Etsu Nupe fits neatly into the above job description of a traditional ruler. Since his ascension to the throne of his forebears as the 13th Etsu Nupe on September 11, , he has completely transformed the Bida Emirate and indeed the entire Nupe Kingdom into arguably the most efficiently run kingdom in the country.

Testimonies to that effect abound.

Etsu nupe biography of alberta: Informed by an anti-colonial spirit

In the last 18 years that he has been on the throne, there has been no reported case of any violence, whether sectarian or otherwise in his domain. Beyond sustaining the rich and proud legacy of his forebears, Dr Yahaya Abubakar has served as the permanent Chairman of the Niger State Council of Traditional Rulers with uncommon humility and courage.

Furthermore, he has brought to bear his wealth of experience to the new found peace at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife where he has been Chancellor for the past few years. However, those who know him up close are not surprised at the quality of leadership that Etsu Nupe has been providing to his people, the good people of Niger State and even beyond.

The royal father came to the throne well prepared after a distinguished career in the Army, rising to the enviable rank of Brigadier General.