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Igosunland Muslim Community, near Offa in Oyun Local Government Area of Kwara State, has turbaned four prominent sons of the town in recognition of their contributions to Islam and community development.
Those honoured at the ceremony on Sunday were Alhaji Suleiman Kosemani as Grand Mufti of Igosunland; Alhaji Shehu Tijani Kolawole as Akeweje Adinni; Chairman of Oyun Local Government, Kamarudeen Olanrewaju Akanbi, as Maiyegun of Igosunland; and Alhaji Dr Mudasiru Aliyu as Aare Musulumi of Igosunland.
The community recognised the recipients for their contributions to the growth of Islam and service to Igosunland and beyond.
Speaking at the ceremony, Akanbi commended the Kwara State governor for the opportunity to serve his community and expressed appreciation to the Muslim community for recognising his contributions.
He pledged to sustain efforts to deliver the dividends of democracy through development projects and empowerment initiatives for residents across the local government area.
Ten other individuals also received awards for selfless service, including Alhaji Muritala Raji, a Muslim scholar and retired school principal.
The turbaning ceremony, held at the Muslim School playing ground, was conducted by Imam Salimon Abdullah with the support of other Muslim scholars.
