Imam Saheed Salahudeen Turbaned Chief Imam of Ile Iyalode Onikeke
…As Islamic scholars, family members and community leaders charge him to uphold Islamic teachings and lead with fairness, integrity and sincerity
Imam Saheed Salahudeen has been turbaned as the new Chief Imam of the Ile Iyalode Onikeke family house in Ojaba, Ibadan.
The turbaning ceremony was held during a special event organised to honour the newly appointed Chief Imam at the frontage of the family house mosque in Ojaba, Ibadan.
The turbaning ceremony of the newly appointed Chief Imam of Ile Iyalode Onikeke (RMDM), Imam Saheed Owolabi Salahudeen, brought together family members, Islamic scholars, community leaders, friends and well-wishers to celebrate his appointment.
The ceremony, held at Ojaba, Ibadan, marked the formal installation of Imam Saheed Salahudeen as the Chief Imam of one of the foremost mosques in the area.
The turbaning was conducted by the League of Imams and Alfas of Ward C2, Ibadan South-West Local Government Area.
Speaking with BCOS News, the newly appointed Chief Imam, Imam Saheed Salahudeen, pledged to be fair, just and committed to discharging the responsibilities entrusted to him.
He assured the congregation that he would uphold the teachings of Islam and ensure that his duties are carried out with sincerity, integrity and fairness.
In his sermon, Sheikh Kamilu Abdul Kareem charged the newly turbaned Chief Imam, to continually seek Islamic knowledge to enable him to effectively lead his congregation.
He urged him to discharge his responsibilities in accordance with the teachings and doctrines of Islam, while serving as a good spiritual guide and role model to the people
Some of the family elders, who extolled the virtues of Imam Salahudeen, described him as a humble and versatile Islamic scholar, noting his wealth of knowledge, good character and commitment to the propagation of Islam.
Other highlights of the ceremony included the presentation of a certificate to the newly turbaned Chief Imam and special prayers for him, seeking divine guidance, wisdom and success in his new role.
