Etsu Nupe Confers the First Tabariki Nupe on Senator Saliu Mustapha

Bida Emirate Council has conferred on Senator Saliu Mustapha the First Tabariki Nupe.

According to a post on the Senator’s social media handles on Thursday .He wrote:

“I am deeply honoured to receive a distinguished delegation from His Royal Highness, the Etsu Nupe, Alhaji (Dr) Yahaya Abubakar, CFR, conveying the decision of the Bida Emirate Council to confer on me the prestigious traditional title of 1st Tabariki Nupe.*

“The delegation, led by Alhaji Kassim N. Yawa (Barje Nupe) and Alhaji Isah Isah Muhammad (Wakilin Labarai Nupe), Chairman and Secretary of the Bida Emirate Traditional Turbaning Committee respectively, formally presented a Letter of Credence notifying me of this appointment.

According to His Royal Highness, Tabariki is derived from the Arabic word Tabarakah, meaning abundance and infinite blessings, and signifies the “Blessed Son of the Nupe Emirate.”

“*I accept this honour with deep humility and gratitude. This recognition is profoundly meaningful to me, especially considering the rich historical and cultural ties between the Bida Emirate and the Ilorin Emirate, a reflection of our shared heritage and enduring brotherhood,” the Senator said

“This honour also serves as a reminder that every effort made in service to humanity matters and is never unnoticed. It inspires me to remain committed to contributing positively to society.

*I extend my heartfelt appreciation to His Royal Highness, the Etsu Nupe, and the Bida Emirate Council for this remarkable honour. I pray for the wisdom and strength to uphold the dignity of this title and remain committed to service.”

“Alhamdulillah.”the post concluded