Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA Holds 7th Annual Ramadan Lecture on “A Muslim in Thought, Speech and Action”

The Executive Chairman of Igbogbo/Baiyeku Local Council Development Area, Omo’ba Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to religious harmony and staff welfare as the Council hosted its 7th Annual Ramadan Lecture on Wednesday 4th March 2026. The event, held at the Council Secretariat, drew traditional rulers, religious leaders, government officials, and residents for an evening of spiritual reflection and institutional recognition.

Sheikh Lukmon Al-Mubarak, Chief Missioner of Ansarudeen Society in IBLCDA, delivered the keynote lecture on the theme “A Muslim in Thought, Speech and Action.” He emphasized that authentic Islamic practice requires alignment between internal intention, verbal expression, and external behavior. “True faith manifests not in outward observance alone, but in the sincerity of the heart expressed through consistent righteous conduct,” Al-Mubarak stated, urging attendees to cultivate God-consciousness, discipline, and integrity in all endeavors.

The Unified Igbogbo Baiyeku Muslim Association presented two awards during the ceremony. Chairman Aroyewun received an appreciation award from His Royal Majesty, Oba Abdulsemiudeen Orimadegun Kasali (Adeboruwa of Igbogbo Kingdom), recognizing his sustained support for religious programs and employee welfare. The Association also honored the Council Treasurer, Mrs. Ajayi Shakirat who is set to retire in August, for exemplifying the lecture’s theme through decades of meritorious public service characterized by integrity and dedication.

Dignitaries in attendance included HRM Oba Semiudeen Orimadegun Kasali and his traditional council; Grand Imam Sheikh Gazali Abdul Ganiu Abolore; Hon. Ameen Apanisile, Chairman of Ikorodu North; Council Management Staff, and representatives from the Council of Imams. The program opened with Qur’anic recitation by Alfa Kamaldeen Mutiu and concluded with prayers led by Imam AbdulQuadri Atinla of Ikeoluwa Mosque for continued peace and progress across the LCDA.

Signed:

Oluwaseun Ajayi

Chief Press Secretary to the Executive Chairman,

Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA