AMIR AMJN

His Royal Highness, Oba Abdul-Rasheed Ayotunde Olabomi, Odundun IV, the Aragbiji of Iragbiji and Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, has urged the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at of Nigeria to uphold high standards of quality and discipline in the development of Minaret University, Ikirun. He made the remarks while receiving the leadership of Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at of Nigeria led by the Amir, Alhaj Alatoye Folorunso AbdulAzeez in his palace at Iragbiji, Osun State. The monarch offered strong words of support and counsel for the fast-growing Minaret University, Ikirun. He recalled the long-standing contribution of Ahmadiyya to the development of education in Nigeria. The development, he said, was a great boost to the efforts of regional and national government on educational development in the country. The monarch emphasized the importance of strategic communication in building a credible institution. He particularly emphasized the need to carry out aggressive publicity in both conventional and unconventional media for Minaret University to improve students’ enrolment. He encouraged the University to deploy strong social media coverage to boost its image. According to him, everywhere the public turn going forward, the news should be about the Minaret University. Oba Olabomi also advised the University Management not to compromise on quality in its teaching and other services of the institution. The Kabiyesi called their attention to the volatility and high labour mobility in university administration. He encouraged the Management to utilise the services of retired lecturers who possess vast experience in lecturing, and are more stable noting that younger lecturers often seek greener pastures. He charged the Management of Minaret University to ensure they instil discipline in students stressing that knowledge without discipline is a waste. According to him, “Discipline is not just about faith and must remain a non-negotiable value. Universities must uphold standards firmly so that deviant behaviour does not evolve into gangs or dangerous groups,” he cautioned. On infrastructural development, Kabiyesi charged the leadership of the jama’at to set clear timelines for the development of its permanent site. He urged the institution to maximize its land resources with a robust master plan, including building multi-storey structures capable of delivering both functionality and aesthetic appeal. Against the backdrop of what he described as international conspiracy against Islam which negatively impacts funding, Oba Olabomi charged the leadership of Ahmadiyya to be as prudent as possible, connect with individuals who can support the Minaret project, and seek international support from Ahmadiyya worldwide. Oba Olabomi also charged the Management to build strong collaboration with other faith-based universities to promote institutional learning and for increased visibility to attract students and lecturers of high repute. The Amir, in his remarks, expressed appreciation for the warm reception and the monarch’s wise counsel, pledging that the Community would consider all the valuable points raised by His Majesty and continue to uphold the values of excellence and service for which Ahmadiyya is globally known for among other good works. In the Amir’s entourage are former Amir of AMJN, Professor Mashhud Adenrele Fashola, the Missionary-in-Charge of AMJN, Maulana Adnan Tahir; the General Secretary of AMJN, Alhaji Ayelagbe Abdul-Jabar; Vice-Chancellor of Minaret University, Ikirun, Professor AbdurRahman Abdullah, among others

The Amir (National Head) of Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at of Nigeria Alh.(Barr.) Alatoye Folorunso Azeez paid condolence visits to the Akirun-in Council and families of late eminent personalities in Ikirun who passed away recently. The families visited are those of late Prince Ismaila Adeyemi, Alhaji Gasali Lawal, DIG (Rtd.), and the late Chief Imam of Ikirun land Alhaj. Yunus Ibrahim Balogun. While Prince Adeyemi, the Medical Director of Cristal Hospital, Akowonjo, Lagos, was a renowned medical practitioner based in Lagos, Alhaj. Lawal retired as Deputy Inspector General of Police and served as the Asiwaju of Ikirun until his death, and Alhaj Balogun, a prominent Islamic scholar, was the Grand Chief Imam of Ikirun until his death. The news of the death of Dr Adeyemi broke first on Wednesday 7th January and was followed by that of Alh Lawal on Saturday 10th January, while that of Sheik Balogun filtered on Monday 12th January, 2026. While commiserating with the Akirun-in-council, the Respected Amir described the deceased as great heroes of Ikirun Land whose significant contributions have positively impacted the current status of Ikirun. He also commended the efforts of these great leaders towards the success of Minaret University Ikirun, a new faith-based university established by the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community. At the home of late Prince Adeyemi, Barrister Alatoye noted: “The late icon of Ikirunland was specifically instrumental to the proposal of acquisition of an additional 100 Acres of land for the Minaret University Ikirun, and was very supportive to the actualization of the project till his last breath”. At the Late Lawal residence, the Amir stated: “he was indeed a great personality and huge supporter of the Minaret University project, as he always looked forward to the commencement of academic activities in the university. He was also always at the forefront of securing the facilities at the University premises.” And while at the family house of Late Chief Imam, the Amir said: “The late Chief Imam was a role model to all in terms of brokering peace among warring parties. He was a man of honor and integrity whose efforts contributed immensely to the success story of MUI today.” Among the entourage of the Amir are: the Missionary Incharge AMJN Maulana Adnan Tahir; former Amir AMJN Prof. Mashhud Adenrele Fashola; the General Secretary AMJN Alh Ayelagbe Abdul Jabar and the Vice-Chancellor of Minaret University Prof. AbdurRahman Abdullah.

The Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at of Nigeria has been described as the most successful and exemplary faith-based Muslim organisation in the country. This commendation was given by the Baabokun of Ibokun, His Royal Majesty, Oba Kayode Festus Awogboro, during a courtesy visit by the leadership of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in Nigeria, led by the Amir (National Head), Alhaji Alatoye Folorunso Azeez, to his palace on Saturday, 17 January 2025. The monarch, who disclosed that he had the privilege of meeting the Supreme Worldwide Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community during the 2024 International Convention held in the United Kingdom, praised the Jama’at for its remarkable achievements both in Nigeria and globally. He particularly highlighted the organisation’s dedication to the propagation of the core tenets of Islam, peacebuilding initiatives, selfless humanitarian services, promotion of quality education, and the advocacy of peaceful coexistence among adherents of different faiths. “Without mincing words, the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community is the best Muslim organisation in the country. Please quote me anywhere,” Oba Awogboro declared. He further stated: “I have made comparisons and concluded that Ahmadi Muslims stand out in Nigeria in the areas of peaceful propagation of Islamic teachings, hospitality, and humanitarian services, among other laudable acts of selfless service. I attended the Jama’at’s international conference in London, where the Supreme Head spoke extensively on pathways to peaceful coexistence. Despite the mammoth crowd in attendance, every participant was attended to in a unique way.” The traditional ruler also expressed appreciation for the spiritual and developmental contributions of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community to Ibokunland, particularly noting the establishment of a modern market and the divine support received toward the construction of the new palace. In his closing remarks, Oba Awogboro appealed to the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community to consider establishing educational institutions in Ibokun to further enhance access to quality education for the indigenes