The Grand Chief Imam of Ikorodu Division, Fadilat Sheikh Alliy Seifudeen Ayinla Ademoritan Olowooribi, has officially commenced the celebration of his 70th birthday and 20th Imamate anniversary with a special Jumat service.

The service, which marked the opening of the twin celebration, was led by the Chief Imam of Offa, Sheikh Muhyiddin Salman Husein, who delivered a sermon centred on humility, devotion, and constant remembrance of the hereafter.

Speaking during the event, Imam Olowooribi dedicated the milestone celebration to the rebuilding of the Ikorodu Central Mosque, stressing the urgent need for an ultramodern worship centre to serve the growing Muslim community in the division.

In his khutbah, Sheikh Muhyiddin Salman Husein (Imam Offa) underscored the spiritual rewards of contributing to the construction of a house of Allah, urging worshippers and dignitaries present to support the project generously.

In a remarkable show of unity and commitment, the cleric challenged the congregation to raise a N100 million seed fund for the mosque project. The appeal was met with overwhelming support, as dignitaries, religious bodies, and community groups took turns to pledge donations, successfully raising the target sum.

Among the dignitaries in attendance was His Royal Majesty, Oba Kabiru Adewale Shotobi, alongside the Baba Adeen of Ikorodu Central Mosque, Alhaji AbdulFatai Wahab.

Also present were the Chief Imam of Jamiu Oriwu Central Mosque, Fadilat Sheikh Yahya Oshoala Ajagbemokeferi, the Chief Imam of Ikorodu West, the Chief Imam of Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA, and the Permanent Secretary, Lands Bureau, Lagos State, Hon. Damilola Olowosago.

Other attendees included Islamic scholars, chief imams, and members of the Muslim community from across Ikorodu Division and beyond.