Kwara Speaker celebrates Tijaniyah leader, Akosile at 77

The Speaker, Kwara House of Assembly, Mr Yakubu Danladi-Salihu, has felicitated with Sheikh Khaleefah Akoshile, Grand Khalifa of Tijaniyah movement in Lagos State, on his 77th birthday.

Akoshile is also a member of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) and the Amirul-Mumini of Oro Kingdom in Kwara.

The felicitation is contained in a statement issued in Ilorin on Sunday by the Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker, Mr Abdulkadir Yusuf.

Danladi-Salihu commended Akoshile for his contributions to the propagation and development of Islamic teachings and ideals, as well as spiritual awakening, particularly as a leader of Tijaniyah.

He described the cleric as a respected Islamic scholar whose commitment to the promotion of peace, unity and spiritual development had continued to inspire many.

The speaker prayed Allah to grant the Tijaniyah leader many more years in good health and divine guidance as he continued to serve God and humanity.