Arikewusola emerges Amirul Mu’mineen of Atisbo LG

THE League of Imams and Alfas in Atisbo Local Government Area of Oyo State has turbaned Imam Oba Abdulazeez Badmos Arikewusola, as the Amirul Mu’mineen of Atisbo Local Government Area, in recognition of his integrity, dedication to Islamic service and contributions to community development.

The turbaning was held at Ofiki Central Hall, Oto Ofiki, Atisbo Local Government Area, and attracted prominent Islamic clerics, community leaders and other dignitaries from within and outside the area.

The new Amirul Mu’mineen, who hails from Jagun, Oto Ofiki, was born into the family of Badmos Ojebisi Asamu, popularly known as Baba Ibeji, and Shifau Ogunronke Abewon, fondly called Mama Ibeji. His father spent his lifetime in Ofiki, where the family established its roots.

Imam Arikewusola began his formal education at a Local Authority Primary School in Ofiki in 1984. He subsequently studied Tafsir (Qur’anic exegesis) between 1984 and 1995, deepening his knowledge of Islamic teachings and strengthening his commitment to religious service.

He is married to Alhaja Adijat Salaudeen of Ago-Are, from the Bada family, and Alhaja Tawakalitu of Sakitoro. The marriages are blessed with children.

Beyond his religious responsibilities, the newly turbaned Amirul Mu’mineen has demonstrated a strong commitment to the development and welfare of his community. His contributions earned him the confidence of community leaders and residents.

He served as the treasurer of the Ofiki community for two consecutive terms, a position in which he was recognised for his honesty, transparency and dedication to public service. His record of service also earned him recognition during the reign of the late Oba Sunday Adeoye Tella III, the Oloto of Ofiki.

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The League of Imams and Alfas in Atisbo Local Government Area consequently conferred on him the title of Amirul Mu’mineen in recognition of his contributions to Islamic affairs and community development.

In his sermon at the ceremony, Alfa Oloko congratulated the new titleholder and urged him to sustain his commitment to honesty, fairness and service to the entire community.

He reminded Imam Arikewusola that his elevation was a divine responsibility and encouraged him to remain humble, noting that God had chosen him from among many people for the position.

Among the prominent personalities who attended the ceremony were the Chief Imam of Tede, the Chief Imam of Ago-Are, Alfa Oloko, Chief Ibrahim Agbaakin of Ofiki and Alhaji Soliu Bala from Kisi, alongside other Islamic scholars, traditional leaders and community members.

The turbaning ceremony marked a significant milestone in the religious and community service of Imam Arikewusola, with expectations that his new position would further strengthen Islamic leadership, unity and peaceful coexistence across Atisbo Local Government Area.