By Richard Thomas
A former member of House of Representatives, Honourable (Dr.) Shina Abiola Peller has lauded the former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the 14th Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, for taking courageous action in bridging for peace amidst the turmoil in Niger Republic.
Honourable Peller made the commendation in a statement he shared on his verified social media platforms and with the media, describing Sanusi Lamido as a courageous leader who possesses sterling leadership qualities capable to restore peace in the democracy in Niger Republic.
Peller who stressed that leadership is about taking responsibility, making a positive impact at a trying period, and not just about holding positions in government, charged others to take a cue from the exemplary leadership action of the former Central Bank governor in making selfless and courageous efforts geared towards making a difference in African countries and the world at large.
In addition, Honourable Peller emphasized that dialogue and diplomacy are the best tools needed to restore democracy to Niger Republic, while he urged the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) chaired by Nigeria’s president, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to keep intensifying its diplomatic effort in restoring democracy to the country peacefully.
His statement read:
“His Royal Highness, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, the 14th Emir of Kano is truly an inspiring leader, who is making a difference beyond borders. Amidst the turmoil in Niger Republic, this astute and fearless leader took action, bridging nations for peace.
“Leadership is not just about holding positions in government, but about taking responsibility and making positive impacts. It’s about taking pragmatic steps in challenging times, to bring about change and inspire others to do the same. Dialogue and diplomacy are what we need to restore democracy to Niger Republic.
“HRH Sanusi Lamido Sanusi exemplifies true leadership through his words and actions. It’s our prayer that this courageous leader be blessed with strength and protection. We pray for more leaders like him, who selflessly dedicate themselves to making a difference in the world.
