*Sultan Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III .
PRESS STATEMENT
The Media Team of the Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), His Eminence Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, CFR, mni, congratulates the Council and the entire Nigerian Muslim Ummah on the successful conclusion of the NSCIA General Assembly.
The Team commends the leadership of the Council, delegates, scholars, traditional rulers, Islamic organisations and other stakeholders for their participation in the all-important Assembly, which came up on Thursday October 1, 2026 after several years without a full General Assembly.
In a statement signed by Prince Bashir Adefaka on Saturday, October 3, 2026, the Media Team particularly welcomes the new leadership structure approved by the Assembly, describing it as an important step towards strengthening the administration, coordination and service of the NSCIA to the Muslim Ummah and Nigeria.
The Assembly approved four Deputy Secretaries-General with specific responsibilities: Professor Salisu Shehu for International Affairs; Professor Mahfouz A. Adedimeji for National Affairs; Mallam Abeny Mohammed (SAN) for Corporate Matters; and Dr Bala Muhammad for Administration.
It also approved Prof. Dr Umar Jibrilu Gwandu as Public Relations Officer (PRO) and Hajia Sekinat Lawal as Deputy Public Relations Officer (DPRO), while approving the activation of zonal and state Councils under the Council’s Constitution.
The NSCIA is headed by the Sultan of Sokoto as President-General, with other principal officers including the Deputy President-General (North), His Royal Highness Alhaji Abubakar Umar Ibn Garbai El-Kanemi, CFR, the Shehu of Borno; Deputy President-General (South), Alhaji Rasaki Oladejo, FCA; and Secretary-General, Professor Is-haq Olanrewaju Oloyede.
The Sultan’s Media Team urges the newly appointed officers to approach their responsibilities with humility, dedication, wisdom and a strong sense of service, while working collectively to advance the unity and interests of the Muslim Ummah.
The Team also commends the spirit of unity demonstrated at the Assembly and calls on all members and affiliates of the NSCIA to continue promoting peaceful coexistence, mutual respect, dialogue and constructive engagement for the progress of Nigeria.
The Media Team congratulates the entire NSCIA family and wishes the new officers success in their respective responsibilities.
May Allah Almighty guide and strengthen them in the service of Islam, the Nigerian Muslim Ummah and humanity.
Signed:
Prince Bashir Adefaka
For: Media Team of the Sultan of Sokoto
Saturday, October 3, 2026