Amosun mourns Chief Imam Yewa Babalola, says Ogun has lost a unifier

Former Ogun State Governor, Ibikunle Amosun, has expressed grief over the death of the Chief Imam of Yewaland, Sikirullah Babalola, describing the late Islamic cleric as a symbol of unity and peace.

Babalola, who was also the president of the League of Imams and Alphas in Ogun State, died on Saturday at the age of 98.

In a condolence message released on Sunday, Amosun said the demise of the cleric was a huge loss not only to the Muslim community of Yewaland but also to the entire Ogun State and beyond.

He noted that the late nonagenarian dedicated his life to serving Islam and humanity, earning widespread respect as a spiritual leader and scholar.

Amosun said: “Sheikh Sikirullah Babalola was a symbol of peace, unity and exemplary leadership. His unwavering commitment to promoting harmony and strengthening bonding within the Muslim Ummah in Yewaland and Ogun State will remain unforgettable.”

The former governor added that Babalola’s leadership as Chief Imam and head of the League of Imams and Alphas was characterized by selfless service and dedication to the growth of Islam and communal coexistence.

He prayed that Allah grants the deceased Aljannah Firdaus and gives his family, co-workers and Muslim faithful the strength to bear the loss.

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