The Alaafin, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, on Thursday turbaned Alhaji Bilaal Oseni Akinola, as the new Chief Imam of Oyo land.
A statement on Thursday by Media Director to the monarch, Bode Durojaye, stated that Oba Owoade performed the turbaning ceremony at his residence located at the Boroboro area of Oyo.
LEADERSHIP reports that the Alaafin announced the appointment of Alhaji Akinola, a lawyer, as the new Chief Imam of Oyo on Tuesday, months after the screening commenced for the emergence of a new Islamic cleric for the ancient town.
Akinola emphasised his mission to ensuring strict adherence by Oyo Muslims to the Qur’an and the Hadith of the Prophet (SAW).
“Islam is complete and has been complete for centuries,” he noted. “My role is to ensure that our members align with the dictates of the Qur’an”.
He further urged unity within the Muslim Ummah, calling for an end to bigotry and ethnic sentiments, while charging government officials on accountability.
“Public office is a trust from Allah, not an opportunity for personal gain. Leaders must prioritise the welfare of the people at all times,” he advised.
Addressing Islamic clerics at the turbaning, the Alaafin called on all Muslims in Oyo land to support the new leadership of the mosque.
