AN OPEN / APPRECIATION LETTER TO THE CHIEF IMAM OF OYO LAND
AN OPEN / APPRECIATION LETTER TO THE CHIEF IMAM OF OYO LAND (Barrister Huzzein Bilal Kehinde) By Balogun Mahroofdeen Abiodun, PhD (Omo Janta) AS-SALĀMU ‘ALAYKUM WA RAHMATULLĀHI WA BARAKĀTUH I write with profound respect, honour, and a deep sense of gratitude to Almighty Allah for the privilege of identifying with you both by blood and by faith. It is with pride and humility that I regard you not only as a father in lineage but also as a spiritual guide, mentor, and pathfinder in Islam. In particular, the brief but impactful interaction, discussion, and fatherly admonition I received from you on Friday, May 1st, 2026, at the Oyo Central Mosque, remain indelibly etched in my memory. That moment was both inspiring and transformative. Sir, I wish to reaffirm my unwavering loyalty and commitment as one of your devoted mentees. Having known you for many years, I have consistently held you in high esteem and proudly project you as a model of integrity, leadership, and religious devotion....