Former President Buhari hails Emir of Gwandu on Supreme Court victory

Former President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated his longtime friend and military course mate, Major-General Muhammadu Iliyasu Bashar, following a landmark victory at the Supreme Court that affirmed his rightful position as Emir of Gwandu.

The court ruling brings to an end a protracted 20-year legal dispute with deposed emir, Major Haruna Jokolo (Rtd), over the Gwandu Emirate throne.

In a phone call from London, where he is currently residing, Buhari hailed the judgment as a triumph of justice and resilience.

He commended Emir Iliyasu Bashar for his steadfastness and commitment to serving his people despite the drawn-out legal challenge.

This was contained in a statement by his spokesperson, Garba Shehu, on Thursday.

The statement reads:

“Former President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated his friend and course mate in the military, Major-General Muhammadu Iliyasu Bashar, CFR, mni who clinched a stunning victory at the Supreme Court following a twenty-year battle for the throne against a deposed emir, Major Haruna Jokolo(Rtd).

“In a telephone call from London where the former president is at the moment, President Buhari expressed his heartiest congratulations to the Emir, urging him to do more to build on the successes and achievements he attained, even as he faced a challenging distraction from the prolonged litigation.

“ ‘You have always worked for the betterment of your people and the nation, even under those circumstances. I hope you will continue to promote peace, happiness, and prosperity of the people in Gwandu Emirate and beyond,’ said the former president.

“ ‘I thank Allah for this victory and pray for your long life and good health’, he told Emir Muhammadu Ilyasu.” [CONTINUE READING HERE]>>>>>