Nicéphore Dieudonné Soglo blew out his 94 candles on Saturday, November 29. From Mali, His Majesty King Guide Bamba, El Hadj Mahamed Npahi Sâanwi, King of Mali, Supreme Leader of the United Kingdoms of Africa, and initiator and moral authority of the “Massakunda,” sent President Soglo this birthday message. Read it in full below.
BIRTHDAY MESSAGE...
FROM HIS MAJESTY KING GUIDE BAMBA
EL HADJ MAHAMED NPAHI SÂANWI
TO
His Excellency Nicéphore Dieudonné SOGLO
Former President of the Republic of Benin
Honorary Patron of the Massakunda
Your Excellency,
On this memorable day marking your 94th birthday, I wish—on my own behalf, on behalf of the United African Kingdoms over which I have the distinguished honour of presiding as Supreme Leader, and on behalf of my Royal Court—to extend to you my warmest wishes of health, peace, and longevity.
Your exceptional journey, imbued with wisdom, dignity, and unwavering constancy, continues to inspire the peoples of Africa. Beyond your service as Head of State, you remain a moral figure of continental stature, respected for your vision, your sense of statesmanship, and your profound humanity.
Your Excellency, in recognition of your historic contribution to Africa, your proven wisdom, and your steadfast commitment to the dignity of African peoples, I have decided—together with the United African Kingdoms—to elevate you to the rank of Grand Immortal of African Wisdom, the highest moral and honorary distinction of our institution.
This title places you among those whose exemplary life and noble dedication illuminate the path of our continent.
To this supreme distinction is added an exceptional gift, worthy of your legacy and of the gratitude of the United African Kingdoms: a Presidential Monument of African Wisdom shall be erected in your honour, at the heart of the Royal City of African Renaissance in Sikasso, in Kénédougou, the Green Land.
This monument, a symbol of recognition and transmission, will bear your name and remind future generations of the value of a life devoted to service, peace, and African dignity.
I would also like to express my gratitude for your commitment as Honorary Patron of the Massakunda. Your benevolent support brings to this continental initiative a moral strength and legitimacy that honour our shared vision. Despite its postponement, the Massakunda remains alive, and your spiritual presence stands as one of its pillars.
May the Almighty grant you many more years of serenity, light, and radiance.
May this celebration of your 94th year be for you and your illustrious family a moment of profound joy, gratitude, and renewed blessings.
Please accept, Your Excellency, the renewed expression of my highest royal consideration.
His Majesty King Guide Bamba
El Hadj Mahamed Npahi Sâanwi
King of Mali
Supreme Leader of the United African Kingdoms
Initiator and Moral Authority of the Massakunda.
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