Encomium
The Aranse Oluwa Central Mosque, located at 17, Paul Street, Abule Egba, Ojokoro Local Council Development Area, Lagos State, has finalized arrangements to host its much-anticipated Turbaning and Merit Award Celebration on Sunday, November 8, 2026, starting at 10:00 AM prompt.
The event will see prominent community leaders and devout Muslims honoured with chieftaincy titles and merit awards in recognition of their steadfast dedication to Islam and community development.
Among the key honourees, Alhaji Tade Asifat will be officially turbaned as the Saraki Adeen of the central mosque.
Speaking on the conferment, an inside source highlighted Asifat’s long-standing philanthropy and service to humanity, noting that the recognition was long overdue.
“Alhaji Asifat has consistently demonstrated selfless service to Islam and humanity. His unwavering commitment to uplifting the needy and advancing the growth of the Muslim community makes him thoroughly deserving of the Saraki Adeen title,” the source stated.
Reacting to the announcement, Asifat expressed profound gratitude for the honour, describing it as a call to higher service.
“I feel deeply honoured by this recognition. By the special grace of God, this title is a challenge to do even more, mentor the younger generation, and deepen my contributions to the Muslim community and society at large,” he said.
Other distinguished honourees listed on the official program include Alhaji Akanbi Yusuf (Alakoso Adeen), Alhaja Zainab Sauta (Olori Odo Adeen Obinrin), Alhaja Rashidat Yusuf Titilope (Iyalode Adeen), and Alhaja Khadijat Hamzat (Arowoshe Adeen).
The spiritual gathering will feature prominent Islamic scholars, with Fadilat Sheikh Alhaji Ibrahim Abd. Raheem Alapako (Chief Imam AOCM) serving as the Guest Lecturer. The event will be co-anchored by Alhaji Imam Abdul Rasheed Isiaka (Imam Ratibi) and Imam Abdulraheem Saad’allah Al Gadowy Al Ilory (Mufasir AOCM).
A stellar gathering of high-profile dignitaries across government, religion, business, and entertainment are slated to lead the grand occasion.
Renowned spiritual leader Primate Babatunde Elijah Ayodele will serve as the Father of the Day, alongside venerable matriarch Alhaja Bintu Adenola Amusa as the Mother of the Day.
The National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Surajudeen Ajibola Basiru, alongside veteran music icon Queen Ayotunde Kofoworola Balogun, head a powerful lineup of top-tier guests of honour expected to grace the event.
Other distinguished personalities featuring prominently on the guest list include King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (K1 De Ultimate), business tycoon Princess Toyin Kolade, the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, and the Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile.
Also expected are the Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Aare Gani Abiodun Ige Adams, alongside legendary music figures Alh. Sir Shina Akanni and Alh. Sulaimon Adio Atawewe, among other distinguished guests.
