Buhari, Sanwo-Olu Congratulates Baba Adinni Of Lagos, Sheikh Abou At 100
President Muhammadu Buhari and the Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu have congratulated the Baba Adinni of Lagos, Sheikh Abdulhafeez Abou, on his 100th birthday.
Buhari, in a press statement signed by Femi Adesina felicitated with revered Islamic scholar and respected Muslim leader, His Eminence Sheikh Hafeez Abou, Baba Adini of Lagos, on his centenary celebration, rejoicing with family members, friends and associates for the mercies of God upon his servant.
President Buhari acknowledges the role of the religious leader in promoting peace, unity and progress among the Muslim community, and their neighbours, in Lagos and across the country, propagating the truth of the Holy Quran, and relating it to practical life issues, especially on leadership and national development.
The President affirms that the wise counsels of the scholar provides guidance to political leaders and inspires the youth on the right path to fruitful living and yielding to the will of the Almighty God, by keeping to instructions.
As the Baba Adini, who is the Executive Chairman of Lagos Central Mosque turns 100, President Buhari believes the grace for long life and strength could only come from God as reward for piety, humility and living for the good others and society.
The President joins the Muslim umma in praying for good health and more strength for the religious leader.
In the same vainm Sanwo-Olu, in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary Mr. Gboyega Akosile on Tuesday, described Sheikh Abou, as a respected leader, who has contributed immensely to the propagation of Islam in Lagos and Nigeria as a whole.
Governor Sanwo-Olu, who noted that Baba Adinni is worth celebrating because of his impactful leadership, said Sheikh Abou attaining 100 years is a blessing and favour from the Almighty Allah, and it should not be taken for granted.
The Governor also described him as an epitome of honesty, dedication and service, whose unblemished record of service over several decades has made him a role model to many adherents of the Islamic faith as well as clerics and leaders.
He said: “On behalf of my family and the good people of Lagos State, I heartily congratulate our father, religious leader and elder statesman, Sheikh Abdulhafeez Abou, on the occasion of his centenary birthday.
“Sheikh Abou attaining 100 years is a blessing and favour from the Almighty God, which should not be taken for granted. Our father is worth celebrating for the great role he has been playing in Lagos and Nigeria.
“Our father has lived his life worshipping the Almighty Allah and serving humanity the best way he could as the Baba Adinni of Lagos. We thank God for sparing the life of our father and for enabling him attain the centenarian age.
“As you celebrate your 100th birthday, it is our prayer that the Almighty God will grant you more grace and strength to continue to contribute your quota to the spread and propagation of Islam in Lagos and Nigeria.
“We also pray that the Almighty God will continue to crown our Baba with good health for him to continue to enjoy His blessings and everlasting goodness.”