Friday, January 23, 2015

My Tribute to Late King Abdullah

My Tribute to Late King Abdullah
By
Musa Abdullahi Sufi

Its all over, the story is confirmed is real.  King Abdulla was finally buried.

The Saudi Arabia's King Abdullah passed away on 22nd January, 2015. He was born August 1, 1924. He died at the  age of 90.  He ruled from 2005 to date, until his death.

Late king Abdullah was known to be one of the most admired monarchs of his generation.


The late Monarch career covered many different aspects in recent past and present Saudi history. He was not just a great Saudi monarch but also he was sign and inspirational leader to not only the Saudis but also everyone that knows him.

Saudi Arabia's late King Abdullah was a cultural icon and left a legacy that will continue to grow.  Present and next generations will be discovering his distinctive legacy.

However, while  Saudi Arabia's King Abdullah is no more alive, he will be permanently remembered than ever.

French President François Hollande labeling him as “a statesman whose work has profoundly marked the history of his country.”

President Barack Obama confirming him as a “candid” leader who “had the courage of his convictions.”

He added, “As our countries worked together to confront many challenges, I always valued King Abdullah's perspective and appreciated our genuine and warm friendship,”

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry said  King Abdullah’s death is  a lost to the United States of “a man of wisdom and vision.”


In France a statement by the Elysee palace paid tribute to King Abdullah, hailing and said “the memory of a statesman whose work has profoundly marked the history of his country.”

Added that, King Abdullah’s “vision of a just and lasting peace in the Middle East remains more relevant than ever.”

“The head of state expresses his sincere condolences to the Saudi people and expresses his commitment to the friendship between France and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia,” the Elysee statement qouted.

UK Prime Minister David Cameron acknowledged the late king as a man who supported inter-religious dialogue in the world.

Canada’s Prime Minister Stephen Harper summoned that late King as a fierce defender of peace.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi hail late king as  “guiding force” was lost with his departure.

Moroccan King Mohammad VI said the King Abdullah as a man who dedicated his life to service of the Arab world.

Egyptian presidency statement said: “The Egyptian people will not forget the historic stances of King Abdullah.”

May his soul rest in perfect peace, Ameen!


This is dedicated to Late King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia.

2 comments:

Unknown said...

What a great follow-up in this regard. If you do not do this, we cannot find it local to read online.

I hope we will one day find a bigger project that surpasses this and absolutely your effort.

May his final abode be Jannatul Firdaus

Musa Abdullahi Sufi said...

Thanks Abdulkadir Musa. In Sha Allah