The Northern Governors Forum has congratulated the Emir of Argungu, His Royal Highness, Alhaji Samaila Muhammad Mera on his 25th Anniversary on the throne.
Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Plateau State Simon Bako Lalong in a message of felicitation described the silver jubilee of the Royal Father as eventful and fruitful.
He said the Royal Father has shown tremendous passion for the development of his people particularly in the areas of education, health and economic prosperity through agriculture and entrepreneurship.
He commended him for working with the State Government on reviving the Argungu Fishing Festival which has brought back the historic culture of the Emirate.
Lalong said Alhaji Muhammad Mera since ascending the throne, has walked in the footsteps of his late father, the late Muhammad Mera who ruled for 36 years by doing justice to all manner of people and encouraging peaceful coexistence of people within his domain irrespective of their different backgrounds.
He said the Northern Governors Forum has benefited immensely from the wisdom and counsel of the Royal Father who has supported the Governors in working with the traditional institution to find solutions to the challenges bothering the region and the nation at large.
He wished him more years on the throne and prayed God to give him good health, wisdom and prosperity.
