The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, has conferred the traditional title of Kuliyan Sokoto on the immediate past Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, in recognition of his contributions to education, Islamic affairs and national development.
The Sultanate’s recognition of Oloyede was described by speakers at the ceremony as a demonstration of the importance of national unity, religious harmony and peaceful coexistence beyond ethnic and regional boundaries.
The turbaning ceremony took place on Sunday at the Sultan’s Palace in Sokoto, while a reception was held at the Command Guest House, attracting prominent Nigerians, traditional rulers, government officials, academics and religious leaders from different parts of the country.
Speaking shortly after receiving the title, Oloyede described the honour as a special blessing from Almighty Allah, saying it represented a combination of his religious, cultural and personal aspirations.
He said the recognition was particularly significant
This post was originally published on this site.
