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The management board of the National Mosque Abuja has approved the appointment of Prof. Ilyas Usman as Imam.

Prof. Usman, an Igbo academic and Muslim scholar, s the ranks of the two existing Imams of the National Mosque.

He is billed to deliver his inaugural khutbah at the National Mosque today, Friday, October 18, 2024, and will make history as the first Igbo to be appointed to the exalted position.

Muslim News gathered that Prof. Usman is also the first Professor of Arabic in Igboland.
He will now the two existing Imams, Prof. Ibrahim Makari and Prof. Muhammad Kabir, in the rotational conduct of the juma’h and daily prayers.

A report credited to Muslim News explained that the Friday khutbah at the National Mosque, Abuja is preceded by a short lecture presented in Nigeria’s three main languages (Hausa, Yoruba, Igbo) on the same topic.

Meanwhile, the appointment of Prof. Usman has elicited commendations from the Southeast Muslims, saying it is a testament to his unwavering dedication and scholarly excellence.

The umbrella group for Muslims in the region, South East Muslims Organisation of Nigeria (SEMON) in a statement congratulated Prof. Ilyas Usman, praying Allah to grant him the wisdom and strength to discharge the sacred duty.

We the South East Muslim Organisation of Nigeria (SEMON), extend our heartfelt congratulations to Professor Ilyasu Usman on your recent appointment as an Imam of the National Mosque, Abuja

This prestigious role is not only a testament to your unwavering dedication and scholarly excellence but also a divine blessing and responsibility to lead the Ummah in worship and service to Allah.

We pray that Allah (SWT) grants you the wisdom, strength, and steadfastness to discharge this sacred duty with diligence, integrity, and humility. May your leadership inspire unity, peace, and piety,” the group said, in a statement signed by its Ag. National Chairman, Dr. Suleiman Afikpo and National Executive Secretary, Ustaz Sirajuddeen Ugwu.

SEMON said the leadership of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) under the President-General and Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, is inclusive.

They added that they look forward to his appointment serving as an uplift for the entire Igbo Muslim community in Nigeria.

We also attest to the inclusiveness of the leadership of the National Mosque and Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), under the leadership of its President General, His Eminence, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar,” the statement read.

Furthermore, we pray that this achievement serves as an uplift for the Igbo Muslim community in Nigeria, showcasing their contributions and dedications to Islam and the Ummah at large. Once again, congratulations.

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I didn't know there were igbo Muslims until Ned Nwoko. I adore people who stitch Nigeria together with their lives.

Great

Onye eririeri

An epic war is about to go down

The guy don't cash out.

ALLAH guides whoever he wills to the straight path.

Alhamdulilah

We just observe Jummah prayer lead by professor Makari, I think our Igbo brother will lead next week by Allah grace.

Watch how some people show disdain and contempt towards this man.

Mashaa Allah

Hamdan Kethiran Tayibban Mubaraka'an Fihi Aameen.

This will ultimately foster unity and harmony among the Muslim Ummah of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Musty112:
ALLAH guides whoever he wills to the straight path.

Amin

yahaya1:
We just observe Jummah prayer lead by professor Makari, I think our Igbo brother will lead next week by Allah grace.

[n ShaAllah

dododawa1:


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Ewedegubbler:
Igbo Muslim kwa.., Wetin be that?

They didn't see this DAY coming.


Not only have yooohba Musl....im now, we have from the E ..

I dey wait those trolls 🧌 quick to call Y-musl.im now that we have I-MUS

Congratulations. There's no discrimination in Islam unlike one Gbajue that created a hatred and division between Anglican and Catholic in his state.

Baraka Allah feek

Musty112:
ALLAH guides whoever he wills to the straight path.

Masha'Allah.

May Allah SWT protect him and us 🙏, May he also grant us Aljanna firdaus.

Any Igbo person that is a Muslim is a fake one, no Igbo is a Muslim

SocialJustice:
I didn't know there were igbo Muslims until Ned Nwoko. I adore people who stitch Nigeria together with their lives.

Them plenty.

God bless Igbo Muslim,they're the best among Igbos unlike their jewish counterparts,Igbo Muslim are nice while Igbo jews are terrorist.No terrorist should quote me

Latakia:
Congratulations. There's no discrimination in Islam unlike one Gbajue that created a hatred and division between Anglican and Catholic in his state.

Dey play!!

You think we aren't aware of the internal beef y'all have among yourselves?

You think we do not know about the hatred between Sunni, Shia, Derica e.t.c? 😅

Masha Allah
I'm so happy for this news

masterfactor:
Any Igbo person that is a Muslim is a fake one, no Igbo is a Muslim

You know nothing.

masterfactor:
Any Igbo person that is a Muslim is a fake one, no Igbo is a Muslim

I'm Igbo and a Muslim

Masha Allah