HON. SHERIFF ADEOJO HOSTS 2ND ANNUAL OMITUNTUN RAMADAN LECTURE IN TRIBUTE TO LATE FATHER

The Executive Chairman of Ido Local Government, Hon. Sheriff Aderemi Adeojo, hosted the 2nd Annual Omituntun Ramadan Lecture at the Ido Local Government Secretariat with heartfelt tribute to his late father, Alhaji Chief Dr. Yekini Ayoade Adeojo (Seriki Musulumi of Yorubaland), highlighted the chairman’s commitment to promoting Islamic values, community unity, and enduring legacies during Ramadan.

The lecture, titled “Polytheism in Islam,” was delivered by Fadheelat Sheikh Abdulafees Hamzat (Mogaji Okeseni), representing spiritual father Fadheelat Sheikh Tajudeen AbdulKareem Al-Adaby (Baba Lagbeni). Sheikh Hamzat shared profound insights, urging attendees to dedicate themselves solely to Allah, avoid products made from human remains, place trust only in Allah without intermediaries or revered ancestors, and abstain from rituals tied to traditional deities like Oke Ibadan day, Agemo Day, and Osun Day.

The event attracted a diverse crowd, including political figures, Islamic Scholars , religious leaders, government officials, traditional rulers, community representatives, market men and women, women’s associations, and Muslims from across Ido Local Government and beyond.

Chief Bayo Oyero, who chaired the occasion, praised Hon. Adeojo as “a true son of his father” and urged the family to continue his legacy in service to Islam. “You brought me to Ido Local Government please keep up the good work,” he said, offering prayers for the chairman and his siblings’ prosperity.

His Royal Highness, Oba Muritala Babalola (Oni Ido of Ido), speaking for fellow monarchs, commended the initiative: “Ido will not forget this Ramadan lecture, and we will ensure it continues, by His grace.” He prayed for Hon. Adeojo to achieve his heart’s desires.

The Programme featured Holy Quran recitations, goodwill messages, and a generous donation to the Ido Local Government Mosque.

Hon. Adeojo thanked all participants and reaffirmed his dedication to such initiatives for the spiritual and social upliftment of Ido residents.

Notable attendees included Hon. Elias Adeojo (Chairman, Oyo State Water Corporation), Hon. Sikiru Oyedele Sanda (ALGON Chairman/Executive Chairman, Egbeda LG), Hon. Kehinde Akande (Executive Chairman, Ibadan South West LG), Hon. Ademola Ige (Chairman, Oyo State Local Government Pension Board), Barrister Olayemi Oluwashina (Vice Chairman/Political Head, Omi Adio LCDA), Alhaji Sarafadeen Aminu (Head of Local Government Administration), Alhaja Kudirat Najeemdeen (Acting Head of Local Administration), and Mrs. Ganiyat Dasola (Director of Education and Social Services among others

Signed:
Folashade Oduola-Olatinwo,
Head of Information Unit,
Ido local government.
Tuesday 17th of March ,2026.