Ogun Deputy gov extols virtues of OOU pioneer Chief Imam
Bankole Taiwo, Abeokuta
The pioneer Chief Imam of Olabisi Onabanjo University Muslim Community, Ago Iwoye, Professor Kamaldeen Balogun has been described as a trust worthy, dedicated, pious and conscientious scholar that is worthy of emulation by all.
The Deputy governor of Ogun State, Engr (Mrs) Noimot Salako-Oyedele gave the accolades on Thursday at the retirement ceremony of Prof Kamaldeen Balogun as well as the turbaning of new Chief Imam, Dr. Abdulhakeem Adebayo Adisa Akanni, held at OGD hall, OOU main campus, Ago iwoye.
Engr Noimot Salako-Oyedele added that whatever the university muslim community is today is a result of the foundation laid by the Islamic Scholar noting that as an Imam of 37 years, his leadership and forthrightness had impacted lives positively.
“As an Imam of almost forty years one can only imagine the number of lives he has impacted, his humility and gentleness may belie the strength of the man, but the result is everywhere for everyone to see and judge” She said.
While praying to Almighty Allah for long life and good health for the revered scholar, she congratulated the new Chief Imam admonishing him to follow in the good footsteps of his predecessor.
In his remarks, Chairman of the occasion, Senator Sefiu Adegbenga Kaka, congratulated the highly revered Islamic scholar, saying his 37 years as the pioneer Chief Imam of OOU has brought about development not only in the Muslim community but also in the school at large.
While commending his steadfast commitment to duty, focus, alongside dedication to the teaching and propagation of Islam, he said many were born and bread in the religion but have derailed.
Also Speaking, the Vice Chancellor of OOU and chief host, Professor Ganiyu Olatunde, appreciated Almighty Allah for his benevolence in the life of the celebrant, saying the contributions of Prof Balogun to academics and the muslim community of OOU has not only brought development to the institution, but has also been a guiding light to many in Ago-Iwoye town if not Ogun State as a whole.
