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The Sultan of Sokoto and President General of the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs of Nigeria, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, CFR, mni, has honored three eminent Nigerians – Professor Is-haq Oloyede, Professor Muhib Opeloye and Alhaji Kunle Sanni – for their contributions to national development and the advancement of Islam in Nigeria.
The recognition, according to a statement released Friday by the Sultan’s Media Team, followed a review of the three men’s careers and achievements, particularly their contributions to education, public service, interfaith relations and Muslim community development.
The statement, signed by Prince Bashir Adefaka on behalf of the Sultan’s Media Team, said the review was conducted by representatives from the country’s six geopolitical zones.
The Sultan particularly recognized Oloyede for his long-standing contributions to the education sector and his service to the Muslim Ummah and Nigeria.
Oloyede, a former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, was also recognized for his service as President of the International Association of Vice-Chancellors of Universities and his ten-year tenure as Registrar and Chief Executive Officer of the Joint Committee on Admissions and Matriculations.
Beyond his academic and public service career, the Sultan highlighted Oloyede’s continued involvement in Islamic affairs as Secretary General of the NSCIA.
According to the statement, his role on the council allowed him to contribute to the advancement of Islamic affairs while supporting national development.
The Sultan also celebrated Opeloye, following his recent appointment as Executive Secretary of the Inter-Religious Council of Nigeria.
Opeloye, a professor of Arabic and Islamic Studies at the Lagos State University, previously served as Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs in Osun State under the administration of former Governor Olagunsoye Oyinlola.
He spent more than four years in that position.
The Sultan described Opeloye’s appointment to NIREC as significant, given his experience in scholarship, public service and interfaith engagement.
The statement said its expertise should contribute to the Council’s mandate to promote peaceful coexistence, mutual understanding and national unity.
An award was also given to Sanni, Chairman of Oyo State Muslim Council, for his years of leadership and service to the Muslim community.
Sanni previously served as president of the National Council of Muslim Youth Organizations, where he was involved in the mobilization and development of Muslim youth, as well as initiatives aimed at promoting peaceful coexistence.
He is also a member of the Sultan Forum and NIREC.
The Sultan expressed appreciation to the three honorees for their years of service, saying that people who dedicate themselves to the advancement of society, the Muslim Ummah and the nation deserve recognition, commendation and prayers for continued success.
The recognition, the statement added, reflects the Sultan’s commitment to recognizing Nigerians whose careers and public engagements have contributed to scholarship, public service, interfaith relations and the development of the Muslim community.
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