At 100, Tanko Yakasai speaks on his greatest asset

Elder statesman, Alhaji Tanko Salihu Yakasai, says his greatest asset in his 100 years on earth is meeting people and making acquaintances.

He explained that early in life, people recognized him as a young tailor and believed in his capability to contribute to the growth of both the state and the nation.

Speaking to hundreds of well-wishers during a special prayer session held in his honor at his Kano residence, Yakasai expressed gratitude to God for sparing his life to witness the milestone.

He explained that meeting people had played a significant role in his life, adding that such interactions provide one with the opportunity to learn new things.

The event, held at the Yankaba residence of the elder statesman, was attended by politicians, representatives of the business community, bureaucrats, religious leaders, and others.

While addressing the gathering after the prayers, the Chairman of the Kano Council of Ulamas, Sheikh Ibrahim Khaleel, stated that living for 100 years is worth thanking God for.

According to him, only a few people reach this milestone, and witnessing it is indeed a blessing granted to the chosen ones.

He described Tanko Yakasai as a man who has led an exemplary life  and prayed to God to continue blessing Yakasai so the public could keep on benefiting from his wealth of experience.

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