• Omo Apesin of Ikire Land Honoured with Islamic Chieftaincy Title Aare Atunluse of Nawair-ud-Deen Muslim Society
The Deputy Minority Leader of the Senate and the Mayegun Adinni of Irewole/Isokan/Ayedaade Federal Constituency, Senator Lere Kamorudeen Oyewumi, yesterday commissioned the Nawair-ud-Deen Central Mosque, Ikire, in a historic ceremony marked by deep spiritual significance and communal pride.
The ceremony was conducted in an atmosphere of gratitude and reverence, with special prayers offered for peace, progress, and prosperity in Ikire, Osun State, and Nigeria at large. Islamic clerics used the occasion to emphasize the values of compassion, service, and righteousness, urging the faithful to uphold the teachings of Islam in fostering unity and harmonious coexistence within the wider community.
Community leaders and members of the Nawair-ud-Deen Muslim Society expressed profound appreciation to Senator Oyewumi for his consistent support and encouragement toward religious and community-based initiatives. They described the commissioning of the mosque as a fulfillment of a long-cherished aspiration and a symbol of hope for future generations of Muslims in Ikire.
In his remarks, Senator Lere Kamorudeen Oyewumi reaffirmed his commitment to serving humanity beyond political boundaries, stressing that leadership is best measured by impact and sincerity. He called for continued cooperation among religious and traditional institutions as partners in nation-building, while appreciating the honour bestowed on him as a call to greater responsibility and service to the Ummah and society at large.
The conferment of the chieftaincy title, Aare Atunluse, meaning a pillar of support, was received with resounding applause and goodwill, further cementing the bond between the Senator and the Ikire Muslim community. The moment crowned a memorable day that blended faith, leadership, and community development into a powerful statement of shared purpose and collective progress.