Al-Arifina-Billahi to Launch N500m Mosque, Honour Outstanding Muslims Tomorrow
The Al-Arifina-Billahi Prayer Ministry will tomorrow, Saturday, December 6, unveil a N500 million ultra-modern mosque and honour distinguished Muslims as part of activities marking its 25th anniversary.
The event, slated for the National Mosque, Abuja, will commence at 10am Islamic time.
According to the organisers, the proposed 1,000-capacity mosque is envisioned as a major centre for worship, Islamic scholarship and community development.
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A lineup of prominent Islamic scholars is expected at the ceremony, including the Imam of the National Mosque, Sheikh Dr. Abdulkadir Muhammad Jum’ua Solagberu; the Chief Imam of the Ansarudeen Mosque, Prof. Musa Olaofe; and Sheikh Mustopha Agbarere (SAN).
Hon. Dr. Saba Ahmed Adamu, who represents Edu/Moro/Pategi Federal Constituency of Kwara State, will serve as Chief Launcher.
The Co-launchers are Alh. Dr. AbdulRauf Oladipupo, Seriki Adinni of Yorubaland, and Hajia Amina AbdulRauf Oladipupo, Yeye Seriki Adinni of Yorubaland.
Among the individuals to be honoured are Alh. Dr. AbdulRauf Biodun Oladipupo; Alhaja Aminat AbdulRauf Biodun Oladipupo; Sheikh Imam Ibrahim Elewiimmo; Alh. Yusuf Mohammed (Bulala); Alh. Adedeji Kareem (Shittabey); Alagba Gbenga Ogundele; Prince Balogun; Alh. Muritala Adekunle Agboomola; Alh. Abdulwaheed Sulaiman; Sheikh Qosim Alamowy; Sheikh AbdulLateef AbdulKareem; Hajia Hidiat Fadeke Lawal; and Sheikh Al-Imam Umar Assayuti Mai Masa.
Posthumous awards will be presented in memory of Alhaja Wasilat Aweni Kelani; Fadilat Sheikh Yusuf Oluwa Dairo (Baba La’Alla); Sheikh Bello Asioloriro; Alh. Abdul Azeez Alao Kolawole; Alh. Nafi-u-deen Alaba Oladosu; and Alh. AbdulWaheed Taiwo AlQurian.
Other notable guests expected include Alh. Mohammad Isyaku Lawan, CEO of Bee Tee Motors; Alh. Fatai Rafiu Adio, CEO of Adraf Motors; Alh. Chief Kamaldeen Oladejo, Asiwaju of Owu Kingdom; Engr. Musa Saidu, Director Highways at the Federal Ministry of Works; Barrister Sirajudeen Abdullahi; Hajia Qudrat Bamali; Alh. Abdulrazaq Muhammadu Dangado; Alh. Fatai Jimoh; and Hajia Kareemat Rinsola Moshood Abiola.
The organisers said the event seeks to celebrate contributions to Islamic advancement, inspire greater community service and unveil a modern worship facility for the benefit of the Muslim community.
