The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has commissioned the Iseyin Central Mosque which was renovated by Iseyin-born legal luminary, Alhaji Ahmed Raji, SAN.
The event which had in attendance Governor Seyi Makinde and his deputy, Barr Bayo Lawal was held at the mosque premises amidst jubilation by the indigenes and residents of Iseyin.
Governor Seyi Makinde hailed Alhaji Ahmed Raji over the success of the renovation of the mosque.
He said: “We are here for the commissioning of this mosque as it gives our people a befitting place to worship their maker. I Want to also greet CAN representatives who are here.
“What we have demonstrated by the presence of the Christian community is that in Oyo State, we are one. For those who want to destabilise us in this state, I want to tell them that it will not work.”
Speaking at the event, the Sultan of Sokoto commended Alhaji Ahmed Raji, adding that he has been doing a lot for Muslims and non-Muslims in the country.
He added that the renovation of the mosque has turned it into an edifice which they can be proud of anywhere they are.
His words: “I want to appreciate the Governor for being with bus here today. We thank the Almighty Allah for this beautiful blessing given to us on the day. We thank God for giving us a Muslim humanitarian Nigerian, who has been supporting Islam and other religions to the best of his ability.
“He has been doing a lot for the Muslims and non Muslims. This is an edifice that we can all be proud of anywhere we find ourselves.
“I appreciate Makinde for speaking in a passionate tone and that is how a leader should speak to his people to let them know he cares for them. So, Seyi, don’t worry. We are with you and will keep on praying for you. We will keep on supporting you because you are on the right track.”
Also speaking, the legal luminary, Barrister Ahmed Raji thanked the Governor and other guests for the honour giving to him and the people of Iseyin town.
He urged citizens to always pray for their leaders no matter the challenges they are facing.
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