On Friday, 6 November 2026, retired Lieutenant General Tukur Yusufu Buratai – the Garkuwan Keffi – sent a congratulatory message to His Royal Highness Alhaji Dr Shehu Chindo Yamusa III on the occasion of the Emir’s 60th birthday. The tribute was addressed to the traditional ruler of Keffi, a historic emirate in Nasarawa State, north‑central Nigeria.
In his message, Buratai praised the Emir’s six decades of life as a period marked by “exemplary leadership, wisdom and an unwavering commitment to the unity, welfare and advancement of the Keffi Emirate.” He described the birthday as a milestone worthy of celebration and thanksgiving to Almighty Allah.
The retired military chief highlighted the monarch’s consistent display of dignity, restraint and responsibility in discharging his traditional duties. Buratai commended the Emir’s focus on promoting unity, peace and the collective aspirations of his people, noting that these qualities have contributed to the development of the Keffi community.
Buratai also acknowledged the Emir’s role as Chancellor of Nasarawa State University, Keffi, describing the appointment as evidence of the important contribution traditional institutions make to education, intellectual development and societal progress.
“On this auspicious occasion, I associate myself with the Emir’s family, the distinguished traditional institution of the Keffi Emirate, its people and numerous well‑wishers in offering profound gratitude to Almighty Allah for His abundant grace, blessings and preservation of His Royal Highness over the years,” Buratai wrote.
“I pray that Almighty Allah will continue to bless him with sound health, wisdom, strength and many more fruitful years of purposeful service to the Keffi Emirate, Nasarawa State and our dear nation, Nigeria.”
Buratai concluded by wishing the Emir a happy 60th birthday and many more years of peaceful, fulfilling reign, while reaffirming his respect, goodwill and solidarity with the monarch and the people of the Keffi Emirate. The message underscores the enduring relationship between the Garkuwan Keffi and the traditional institution, reflecting mutual respect and a shared commitment to community development.
<small>Source: The Sun Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>