Emir of Ilorin, Saraki, commend Yusuf Ali’s philanthropy
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin
Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari and ex-Senate President Bukola Saraki on Thursday praised Yusuf Ali (SAN)’s philanthropy.
The monarch and former governor of Kwara state said this in Ilorin at a public presentation and book launch and unveiling of the Kuliya Ngari of Ilorin. Alhaji Ibrahim last year bestowed on Ali, Osun indigene, as the Kuliya Ngari of Ilorin.
The book entitled: Kuliya Ilorin: A life of purpose, was written by ex-chairman, Kwara State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists Abiodun AbdulKareem.
The emir represented by Balogun Alanamu of Ilorin, Dr Usman Atolagbe Jos said that the honoree had been very kind to the people of Ilorin.
“He has been so useful to both Muslims and Christians in Ilorin. Because as he is embarking on his kind gestures in his office, we are getting the feedbacks in the palace. We appreciate him and pray that God Almighty will be his guidance and continue to give him long life,” Alhaji Sulu-Gambari added.
Senator Saraki, represented by former speaker of the state House of Assembly Prof Ali Ahmad, said that instead of the senior lawyer enjoying his resources, he elects to use it to people.
“Students, young ones if you find yourselves being mentored by Yusuf Ali count yourselves lucky to be mentees not only in monetary aspect but in association.
“What is curious about him is that he is not the richest lawyer in Ilorin, Kwara state and Nigeria by extension. But he will not stop sparing a thought for others.”
Also speaking, the honoree’s associate Adebayo Adelodun (SAN) landed the legendary generosity of the SAN to his colleagues, mentees, institutions and individuals.
