The Emir of Ilorin and Life Patron of the Ansarul Islam Society of Nigeria (AISN), Alhaji (Dr.) Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, has urged the newly elected National Executive Council of the Society to uphold the ideals and legacy of its founder, Sheikh Muhammad Kamaldeen Al-Adaby.
The Emir gave the charge during a courtesy visit by the new executives to his palace in Ilorin, Kwara State, where he called on them to remain committed to the propagation of Islam, the promotion of moral values and selfless service to humanity.
He stressed that unity, dedication and exemplary leadership are essential to advancing the Society’s mission, praying for wisdom, strength and divine guidance for the new leadership as it begins its tenure.
Responding, the newly elected National President, Alhaji Sarafadeen Alabelewe, thanked the Emir for his support and prayers, assuring him that the executive would remain faithful to the vision of the Society’s founding fathers.
Alabelewe pledged to strengthen Islamic education, promote peace and contribute to national development through the Society’s educational and religious programmes.
He emerged as National President during the 51st National Delegates Conference of the Ansarul Islam Society of Nigeria held last Saturday at Muhammad Kamalud-deen University, Ogidi, Ilorin.
The conference also returned Alhaji Abdulmumeen Hanafi Ayarah Al-Adabiy as Life National Missioner, while Prof. Abdulbaki Abdulraheem was elected General Secretary and Alhaji Gesua Abdulyekeen emerged as National Public Relations Officer.
In his acceptance speech, Alabelewe commended the immediate past leadership for its contributions to the Society, particularly the establishment of Muhammad Kamalud-deen University, which he described as a landmark achievement in advancing Islamic education.
He pledged to build on the achievements of his predecessors by expanding the Society’s educational and missionary activities, fostering unity among members and promoting the ideals of Ansarul Islam across Nigeria and beyond.
The conference drew delegates from across the country and concluded with prayers for peace, unity and the continued progress of the Society.
