Social Democratic Party Gubernatorial Candidate in 2015 general elections Engr. Oluseyi Makinde on Friday hosted dignitaries from all walks of life including Olubadan of Ibadan Oba Saliu Adetunji Aje Ogunguniso i,Aare Musulumi of Yoruba land, Edo and Delta, who was represented at the 4th Annual Ramadan Lecture organized by Omi Titun Mosque
The event which was held at Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) premises, Ibadan was also attended by Aare Musulumi of Yoruba land, Edo and Delta, who was represented by Alh. Kamorudeen Aderibigbe, Dr. Saka Balogun, Oloye Lekan Alabi Gen. Raji Rasaki (rtd), Alhaja Mutiat Ladoja, Alhaja Bose Adedibu, Hameed Ajibade,Alhaji Chief Lateef Oyelade,Gen Raji Rasaki,Alhaji Adebisi Olopoeyan,Dr.Saka Balogun,Chief Engr Mere Adigun,Her Excellency,Alhaja Mutiat Ladoja, TAMPAN President, Dele Odule and Ibadan-born Fuji artist, King Saheed Osupa and large turnout of people in Ibadan and beyond including
In his welcome address, Engr. Makinde disclosed that the idea of the lecture is to promote Islamic activities just like the way he has been doing in Christianity, and also to let everybody aware that there is no reason whatsoever for religion discrimination since we all have Muslims and Christians in our various families.
Engr. Makinde appealed to his supporters and admirers in the state to always champion the course of Almighty God in their dealings saying “ since destiny of every individual is in the hands of God, what is the essence of challenging Him over a decision which ordinary individual has no control over.
Speaking on the topic,“The Quiet Act of Benevolence; Islamic Perspective.” , the guest lecturer Sheik Buhari Ibn Musah lamented that Almighty Allah does not make mistake in His decision to enable some to be rich and others to be poor. He added that Almighty Allah always feels happy for those who have formed the habit of making people happy.
He stated that the wish of Allah is to allow the poor to be taken care of by the rich through their wealth for them to be freed from sufferings that will befall those that go against His wish.
Sheik Musah challenged those in positions of authority to always fulfill promises made during the electioneering campaign, saying that it is as a result of failure on the part of those in government that prompted people to challenge the decision of the constituted authority.
The Islamic cleric therefore, charged well-to-do Muslims in the country to inculcate the habit of giving arms to the needy not only during Ramadan but also after for them to reap more benefits from God.
In his welcome address, Alhaji Lere Adigun commended the efforts of Engr. Seyi Makinde for ensuring that promotion of Islam through this annual lecture. He, as well praised the committee in charge for a job well done by putting necessary measures in place to ensure hitch-free programme.
He called on the people of the state to support Engr. Seyi Makinde, who has not held any political office and has been contributing meaningfully towards the development and welfare of the people in his quest to realize his vision.
The Olubadan of Ibadan land, Oba Saliu Adetunji used the opportunity to pray for Engr. Seyi Makinde and his family.
