Ogbomoso Muslim leaders, dignitaries honour late Alhaja Sinat Ejide at 40th remembrance prayer
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Muslim leaders, political figures, community leaders and other dignitaries have gathered at Kuye area of Ogbomoso, Oyo State for the 40th remembrance prayer of late Alhaja Sinat Ejide, grandmother of renowned philanthropist, businessman, religious leader and community leader, Alhaji Lamidi Mosur Ayoade Ayinde Ejide.
The special prayer, held at Ejide Central Mosque, Kuye Area, Ogbomoso, brought together Islamic scholars, traditional leaders, politicians, members of the Islamic Brotherhood of Nigeria (ISBON) and representatives of other Islamic organisations.
Speaking at the event, the Grand Chief Imam of Ogbomosoland, Sheikh Dr. Yunus Olushina Taliat (Ayilara II), urged Muslims and people of other faiths to live exemplary lives and uphold values that promote peaceful coexistence and harmonious relationships in society.
He particularly called on Nigerian parents to live lives worthy of emulation and establish enduring legacies that would continue to strengthen and guide their children and generations after their departure from the world.
The Islamic leader stressed the importance of good character, responsible parenting and positive contributions to society, noting that the impact of a person’s life should continue to be felt long after death.
Speaking with journalists shortly after the prayer, the Chairman of ISBON, Ogbomoso, Alhaji Najim Akinlabi Adigun, expressed appreciation to the Grand Chief Imam, other Islamic scholars, community and political leaders, members of ISBON and other Islamic organisations, the media and all attendees for their contributions towards the success of the remembrance prayer.
He prayed Allah to grant the deceased Al-Jannatul Firdaus and forgive her shortcomings.
Among the dignitaries at the event were the Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Youths in Parliament, Hon. Olamijuwonlo Alao-Akala; renowned Islamic scholar, Sheikh Adamo Thani; Alhaji Bashiru Akanbi, former Oyo State Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and now a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Others included the Chief Executive Officer of Hekky Water, Alhaji Abdul-Rasaq Sadiq Sekengbede; former Chairman of Ogbomoso South Local Government Area, Hon. Wale Adeleke; former Chairman of Surulere Local Government Area, Hon. Ibrahim Gbodeniyi; and Onibosunla, HRH Mustapha Bello.
Also in attendance were Alhaji Rasaq Bello; Alhaji Gbasegesin; former Chairmen of Ogbomoso North Local Government Area, Hon. Kabiru Ayoade Akanji and Hon. Ibrahim Ajagbe; the Chief Imam of Ajaawa and Head of Imams and Alfas in Ogo-Oluwa Local Government Area; and the Chief Imam of Ikoyi and Head of Imams and Alfas in Oriire Local Government Area.
Other notable attendees included Alhaji Bukola Badmus, Akeweje Musulumi of Ogbomosoland; Alhaji Wasiu Olukan; and other Islamic and community leaders.
Representatives of other Islamic organisations, including the Nasrul-Lahi-il-Fatih Society (NASFAT) and Nurudeen, among others, were also present at the gathering.
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