The Al-Istijabah Central Mosque in Saki has officially opened its doors to the Muslim community. This highly anticipated mosque was built in honor of the late Alh. Idris Atanda Yusuf and was personally constructed by Dr. Alh. Taofeeq Idris. The grand opening ceremony, which took place on Sunday, March 2, 2025, was attended by prominent figures, including the paramount ruler of Sakiland, Oba Khalid Olabisi, and the Chief Imam of Sakiland, Alh. Abdazeez Jejekunni.
The mosque is expected to serve as a hub for Islamic activities, including daily prayers, Friday sermons, and educational programs. Its opening is seen as a significant step towards promoting interfaith understanding and harmony in the community.
The guest speaker, Sheikh Abdrofiu Oloko, emphasized the importance of a mosque as a place of worship, education, and community service. He urged Muslims to utilize mosques as platforms for promoting peace, understanding, and social cohesion.
Sheikh Abdrofiu Oloko’s speech highlighted the significance of the Al-Istijabah Central Mosque as a multifaceted institution that goes beyond just being a place of worship, emphasizing its role in education and community service, Sheikh Oloko underscored a mosque’s potential to foster a sense of community and social responsibility among Muslims.
His call to utilize a mosque as a platform for promoting peace, understanding, and social cohesion resonates deeply, especially in today’s world where division and discord often dominate the headlines by encouraging Muslims to propagate the works of Allah as exemplified by the Prophet Muhammad, Sheikh Oloko reminded the audience of the importance of living according to the teachings of Islam, which emphasize compassion, justice, and mercy.
Oba Khalid Olabisi, the paramount ruler of Sakiland, called on Muslims in the area to prioritize unity for the benefit of the Muslim community. Speaking at the grand opening ceremony of the Al-Istijabah Central Mosque in Saki, Oba Olabisi emphasized the importance of unity in promoting progress and development.
The mosque, which features stunning architecture and state-of-the-art facilities, is expected to serve as a hub for Islamic activities, including daily prayers, Friday sermons, and educational programs.
The grand opening ceremony included a tour of the mosque’s facilities, a special prayer session led by the Grand Mufti of Saki and a special package for guests due to the sacred period of spiritual reflection.
The Central Mosque is a welcome addition to the community, and its opening is seen as a significant step towards promoting interfaith understanding and harmony.
The grand opening ceremony of the Al-Istijabah Central Mosque in Saki was a star-studded event, with several prominent figures in attendance. The guest list included the Chief Imam of Sakiland, Alh. Abdazeez Jejekunmi, and the Grand Mufti of Saki, Alh. Ibrahim Hashim Asimi. Also in attendance was Alh. Abdrahman Aliyu, among other notable personalities.