HRH King Sarki Shehu Bello II

12/06/2026

Yesterday evening, I had a long discussion with a Christian friend. During our conversation, one of his friends asked me, How do you know so much about Christianity when you are a Muslim?
My friend replied, Because she was once a Christian.
The man looked surprised and said, I am disappointed that a beautiful young lady who was raised in a Christian home would leave Christianity and accept Islam. What can I do to make you become a Christian again?
I smiled and told him, Absolutely nothing. My acceptance of Islam was a personal journey based on conviction, knowledge, and understanding.

As we continued talking, I asked him a simple question:
Have you ever stayed in a hotel and found a Bible beside the bed?
He answered, YES Of course.
Then I asked, Have you ever found a QURAN placed beside the bed in most hotels?
He said, NO.

I explained to him that one of the things that attracted me to Islam is the deep reverence Muslims have for the Holy Quran Muslims are taught to treat the Quran with utmost respect, keeping it in a clean and honorable place.

This conversation reminded me of something important we should not judge people because of their religion, tribe, or background. Instead, we should seek understanding.

The Holy Quran says
There is no compulsion in religion. Truth stands clear from error(Quran 2:256)
And the Bible says
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God (Matthew 5:9).

The Quran also teaches and it says
O mankind We created you from a male and a female and made you into nations and tribes so that you may know one another (Quran 49:13).

As for me, I respect Christianity, and I do not discriminate against Christians. In fact, I have a son who is a Christian, and we live together with mutual respect and love. We learn from one another, and lately he has shown interest in learning more about Islam.

My message today is simple
Stop judging people because they are Muslims, Christians, Igbo, Hausa, Yoruba, or from any other tribe. Character is more important than tribe. Respect is more important than labels.

Understanding is more powerful than hatred.
We may not all follow the same path, but we can still respect one another, learn from one another, and live in peace.

Above all, Religion should bring us closer to God, not push us farther away from humanity.

NOTE:A person's tribe does not define their character, and their religion should never be a reason to hate them. Let knowledge lead us, and let respect unite us.

Remember I Am still that Igbo muslimah from a Christian home who found Faith in ISLAM ☪️

Maryam Kenechi
Juma'at Mubarak

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09/06/2026

The Emir of Gazargamu in Yobe State, His Royal Highness Alhaji Ahmad Tijjani Ibn Saleh, has died after a prolonged illness.

09/06/2026

This is not about pride
This is not about power
I say this with love but I say it with fairness.
Leadership is not comfort
Leadership is sacrifice
Leadership is action.

03/06/2026

Greatness lies in unity 👑👑

May we live in peace and understanding with one another. If we come together with love and respect, we will build a better future for ourselves and for generations to come.

Let us avoid division, hatred, and selfishness.
Let us embrace unity, cooperation, and mutual respect.
Together, we are stronger. Together, we will succeed.

_Peace be upon you all_ 🤝
HRH Amb.
Sarki Bello Shehu II
Eze Hausa ABA.
ABIA STATE .

03/06/2026

Not only Oyo. Every Nigerian child matters.

As we mourn the innocent lives lost in Oyo, we must also remember the countless children in Borno and other conflict-affected communities whose suffering often goes unnoticed.

A child's life has the same value whether they are in Ibadan, Maiduguri, Kaduna, Lagos, or anywhere else in Nigeria. Our compassion, attention, urgency, and demand for justice should never be selective.

Mr. President, our Borno children deserve the same concern, protection, and swift action. Every family deserves safety. Every child deserves a future. Every victim deserves justice.

Let us stand together for all Nigerian children, regardless of tribe, religion, or location.

🇳🇬💔

31/05/2026

Goodwill and Sallah message.

To
His Excellency, the Governor of Abia State
The Deputy Governor
Honorable Commissioners
And the Good People of Abia State

*Assalamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatuh,*

On behalf of Northen community Aba , I extend warm greetings and heartfelt congratulations to the Government and people of Abia State on the occasion of *Eid-el-Kabir *.[Sallah]

This sacred festival reminds us of the values of sacrifice, obedience, compassion, and unity. May the spirit of Sallah strengthen the bond of peace, love, and harmony among all residents of Abia State, regardless of faith or background.

We commend your administration’s commitment to the development, security, and welfare of Abia people. May Allah grant you continued wisdom, good health, and strength to lead the state toward greater progress and prosperity.

On this blessed occasion, we pray that Allah accepts our sacrifices, forgives our shortcomings, and blesses Abia State with peace, unity, and economic growth in the coming year.

*Eid Mubarak!*
May the blessings of this season bring joy to every home in Abia State.
God Bless ABIA STATE & Nigeria.

Yours sincerely,
HRH Amb.Sarki Bello Shehu II
Leader of the Northern Community Aba,ABIA State

31/05/2026

31/05/2026

Gov. Otti Says No! — Abia Governor Rules Out Converting Polytechnic & COE Into Universities, Prefers Funding One University Well Over Creating Many.

Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has declared that the Ogbonnaya Onu Polytechnic, Aba, the Abia State College of Education Technical, Arochukwu, and other government-owned higher institutions in the state will not be converted into universities.

The governor made the clarification on Friday in Umuahia while responding to reports that the immediate past administration had converted three state institutions into universities before leaving office.

Governor Otti stated that he was not aware of any such conversions by the previous administration. He explained that establishing and running multiple universities would place undue financial and administrative strain on the state government.

He argued that duplicating universities often results in inadequate attention and insufficient funding for the institutions, noting that Abia State University (ABSU), Uturu, alongside privately owned universities, are capable of meeting the state's higher education needs.

“If you set up three universities, you have three vice chancellors, three registrars, and three administration buildings,” Governor Otti said.

“I won’t be an apostle of duplicating universities when you have one you can fund very well and take advantage of,” he added.

The governor emphasized that his administration is more focused on providing proper funding and improving the existing higher institutions in the state while maintaining their current statuses as polytechnics, colleges of education, and other specialized institutions.

29/05/2026

Juma'at mubarak