As the compact train of the Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru FCA Ramadan Lecture Series, gains momentum across Lagos East Senatorial district, the Arewa Community comprising of Political leaders, Islamic Scholars, and other respected stakeholders in Mile 12 area of Ikosi-Isheri Local Council Development Area (LCDA) under the able leadership of Alhaji Usman Shehu Jibrin (Sampam) on Sunday commended the amiable Senator for his inclusive leadership and engagement with diverse communities, as they gathered for a Ramadan lecture bankrolled by the vivacious red Chamber’s lawmaker.
The well attended Tafsir, which brought together community leaders, politicians , profound Islamic scholars and other stakeholders, provided an opportunity for participants to reflect on the spiritual significance of Ramadan and political leadership in the country.
The Arewa Community used the occasion to applaud the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and vowed to give it massive and untainted support.
Senator Abiru was unavoidably absent at the occasion but was represented by his Special Adviser on Constituency Matters, Hon. Saheed Oladapo Ibikunle, P.hD, who in his submission said the Ramadan period offers a valuable opportunity for reflection, compassion and renewed commitment to service and community development.
He described the annual islamic lecture as a platform and pedestal for strengthening spiritual values while also promoting dialogue on issues affecting society at large.
According to the senator, “Ramadan encourages believers to embrace humility, generosity, unity and values which are important ingredients in leadership and Nation building”.
He commended the Members of Arewa community for their contributions to the growth and prosperity of Lagos State.
“The history of the state” in his words, “cannot not be chronicled without a reasonable portion being ascribed to Arewa members for their massive contribution”, he complimented.
Abiru also used the occasion to highlight the policy direction of the Federal Government’ under the inimitable President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, stating that the Renewed Hope Agenda has duly stabilized the economy, expanded the frontier of infrastructures and created rare opportunities for Nigerians in diversity.
According to him, while economic reforms may present temporary challenges, they are necessary steps toward building a resilient economy capable of delivering long-term benefits to citizens.
The Chairman Mile 12 International Market and Director General, South West Arewa Community Renewed Hope Agenda for Asiwaju 2027, Alhaji Shehu Usman Sampam, expressed appreciation to the senator for sponsoring the Ramadan lecture and for maintaining open engagement with the Arewa community. He described Abiru as a great leader who values inclusiveness and respects the diversity of his constituency.
Islamic scholars at the event, led by the Chief Imam of Mile 12, International Market, Fahdilat Sheikh Muhammed Abubakar, delivered sermons highlighting the moral lessons of Ramadan, urging Muslims to embody the values of patience, generosity and integrity in both personal and public life. The scholars noted that good leadership and responsible citizenship are rooted in ethical values that emphasise justice, fairness and compassion.
Dignitaries at the lecture include Vice Chairman, Ikosi-Isheri LCDA, Hon. Olayinka Ogunleye, who represented Mayoress Samiat Abolanle Bada, Comrade Ahmed Yusuf, who represented Chairman, Arewa Community APC Lagos State, Alhaji Tijani Isa, represented Alhaji Dandama, Chairman BOT, Arewa Community APC, Lagos State, Alhaji Sule Yaro, Coordinator Lagos State, South West Arewa Community Renewed Hope Agenda for Asiwaju 2027 and Alhaji MD Hassan, Publicity Secretary, APC Arewa Community, Lagos State.