The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has advised Nigerians to seek repentance from God, saying it’s the solution to get out of the biting economic recession.

The Sultan of Sokoto

Abubakar III, who marked 10 years of his reign, yesterday, said the recession being experienced in several countries is ordained by God.

Speaking during the distribution of items to 270 widows, orphans and other less-privileged persons., the monarch said: “The only solution to this is for us to show piety and repent. It is ordained by God. So, Nigerians should seek for repentance from God.”

He urged Christians and Muslims to use their respective Holy Scriptures as guide for living their lives.

He urged governments at all levels to take effective measures to alleviate the suffering of Nigerians.