The Emir of Ilorin, Ibrahim Kolapo Sulu Gambari, has commended president Bola Tinubu for the appointment of Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN) as the Attorney General of the Federation.
The AG was one of the first batch of ministerial nominees sent to the Senate by the president for approval.
He was subsequently confirmed and sworn into office in August 2023.
Speaking on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, the Emir of Ilorin remarked that the incumbent Attorney General of the Federation, Fagbemi, is worthy of the appointment given to him.
Gambari expressed optimism that the AGF will bring desired reforms to the justice sector.
Fagbemi was at the palace of the Emir yesterday on a courtesy visit.
In a statement issued by the AGF’s Special Assistant on Communication & Publicity, Kamarudeen Ogundele, the Emir expressed his admiration for the AGF, describing him as a source of pride for Kwara.
The Emir also commended President Tinubu for appointing the AGF.
Having known Fagbemi for over three decades, the monarch expressed confidence in his ability to uphold justice and combat corruption.
Furthermore, the Emir praised Fagbemi as a philanthropist and esteemed figure in the legal field, highlighting his significant contributions to legal jurisprudence.
Gambari ended his remark by offering prayers for the AGF’s successful tenure in office.