* You’re a pioneer of pristine Islam, promoter of peace – Alhaji Kamarise
The Muslim Congress (TMC) Oyo East Local Government, under the Oyo State Chapter, inaugurated eleven patrons on Sunday, 19th January 2025, during a formal ceremony held at the TMC Da’wah Centre, Bamgbose Street, Owode, Oyo. At the event, the Aare Musulumi of Oyo Land, Alhaji Tajudeen Kamarise, was appointed as the Grand Patron of the organisation.
In his acceptance speech, Alhaji Kamarise commended The Muslim Congress for its unwavering efforts in fostering pristine Islamic values and promoting unity among Muslims. “We have observed your commendable work since the inception of TMC in Oyo Town, and we are proud to say that you are among the pioneers of pristine Islam and a strong promoter of peace in the society. This is why we will continue to associate with your noble mission,” he remarked.
While delivering a lecture on Demystifying The Muslim Congress Core Values: Identifying the Needs of Patron Support, the Waali (State Coordinator) of TMC Oyo State, Alh. Engr. Daud Oladosu elaborated on TMC’s objectives, which include spreading a comprehensive understanding of Islam, reviving the mosque’s institutional role in society, preserving Islamic values and ideals, and fostering visionary leadership among Muslims.
Engr. Oladosu highlighted the significant progress of TMC in Oyo State, noting, “Currently, TMC operates in over 590 mosques across 23 local governments out of 33 in the state. By Allah’s grace, we will extend our activities to the remaining ten local governments soon.”
Speaking further, the Wakil (Local Government Coordinator) of TMC Oyo East, Ustadh Sarafadeen Makinde, affirmed the organisation’s commitment to upholding its Islamic core values and sustaining its humanitarian initiatives. “Our humanitarian services include distribution of water through tankers truck to various communities, distributing food and cash to the needy, visiting hospitals, orphanages, and correction centres,” he stated.
Makinde also noted TMC’s youth empowerment programmes and initiatives for artisans and professionals, emphasising their roles in building a better society. He presented a proposed project to the patrons for the completion of the TMC Central Mosque in Oyo East, with an estimated cost of #28 million.
The event also celebrated the contributions of past TMC leaders in Oyo East Local Government. Awards were presented to eight former leaders: Ustadh Abdus Salaam Otunba Atanda, Ustadh Afolabi Moroof Adeola, Ustadh Abodunrin Abdul Mojeed, Ustadh Abdul Rafiu Lukman, Alhaji Abdul Azeez Abdul Mumin, Ustadh Abdul Wakeel Abdul Ganiy, Alhaji Adejare Shahid, and Ustadh Abdul Salam Kamil.
In addition, the newly inaugurated patrons were honoured with recognition awards presented by the Waali of TMC Oyo State Chapter. The list of patrons includes:
Alhaji Tajudeen Kamarise (Grand Patron)
Alhaji Yusuf Rasheed (ROY)
Alhaji Alowode Wasiu
Alhaji Fatai Ajala
Alhaji Adekunle Abdulwasiu
Alhaji Abubakr Morakinyo
Alhaji Zakariyah Abdulazeez
Alhaji AbdulAkeem Aribidesi
Alhaji Abdulrahmon Mabolaje
Alhaji Hussain Jimoh Taiwo
The event marked another milestone in The Muslim Congress’s mission to promote Islamic values and foster societal development across Oyo State.