Man Trekking from Lagos to Abuja Gets Royal Receptions in Niger State

Suleman Hasheem, the man trekking from Lagos to Abuja has received four separate royal receptions in Niger State.

Suleman Hasheem

He arrived Bida five days ago and was treated to a royal reception by Etsu Nupe, Alhaji Yahaya Abubukar.

Hasheem with  Etsu Nupe, Alhaji Yahaya Abubukar in Bida

While there, he passed two nights before proceeding to the next town and soldiers had to be deployed to disperse a crowd of locals trooping in to catch a glimpse of the 33-year-old man.

Two years ago, Hasheem said, he made a promise to trek from Lagos to Abuja if Buhari wins the then-upcoming election, saying the purpose of terminating his journey in Abuja is where he thinks he could see the retired General and congratulate him.

Hasheem  received in Agaie and given a royal welcome by the Alhj Yusuf Nuhu, the Emir of Agaie

Hasheem, who grew up in Osun and Lagos, now lives in Ibadan where he is working with a construction company. He is currently in Suleja, Niger State, where he was also accorded a royal reception. 

Hasheem given a heroes welcome in Suleja.

Hasheem being hosted by Alhaji Mohammed Awwal Ibrahim, the Emir of Suleja.

Hasheem told Weekly Trust that his decision to embark on the mission was borne out of happiness he feels for General Muhammadu Buhari becoming a leader for the masses.

He said in Bida four days ago that after 13 days of trekking, he had so far worn-out five pairs of shoes with a new pair just bought for him by a good Samaritan. He showed Weekly Trust the blisters on his feet, which made him pass two days in Bida, so as to treat himself.

Hasheem said before embarking on his mission, he ensured that he was financially equipped but to his amazement, up to the time he arrived Bida, he did not have to spend a single kobo from his pocket because of kind, generous receptions he has been receiving. More pictures below:

Hasheem passing through Badeggi with Honorable Ndagimba

At the time of this report, Hasheem was said to still be in Suleja getting set for the final lap of his walk , en route Abuja.

Photo credit: Facebook via Jonathan T Vatsa