He gave the commendation in his remarks
on Sunday,18th January, 2026 at the GPC Meeting of MUSWEN held at its Secretariat in Ibadan, Oyo State capital.

Alhaji Oladejo described the day’s meeting as a landmark, as it was the first of such attended by a President-General of Ogun State Muslim Council
He recalled that the late Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona could not attend any of the meetings throughout his tenure as President-General.

He, therefore, on behalf of all members, thanked the Olowu of Owu and urged him not to relent.

Responding, Oba Matemilola commended MUSWEN for championing the cause of Muslims and Islam in the South-West, while pledging his continued support for the group.

The Ogun State Muslim Council under the leadership of the President-General, Oba Saka Adelola Matemilola, used the opportunity of the GPC Meeting to present gifts to the immediate past Executive Secretary of MUSWEN, Prof. Muslih Tayo Yahya on his recent retirement.

Source: Freedom Online

MUSWEN, in a statement jointly signed by Alhaji Rasaki Oladejo, FCS and Professor Wole Abbas, President and Executive Secretary respectively, described the deceased as “a devout Muslim, accomplished scholar and a distinguished public servant.”

Professor Raji died peacefully in his sleep on Friday, December 19, 2025 at his residence in Ogbomoso, Oyo State.

A Professor of Agricultural And Environmental Engineering, University of Ibadan, Professor Raji was a former Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Resident Electoral Commissioner in Ekiti, Ogun and Osun States.

MUSWEN said “by the death of Professor Raji, the Muslim Ummah has lost a rare gem who was always ready to deploy his intelect, time, moral and material resources in the service of Allah and humanity. We pray Almighty Allah to accept his return, grant him Aljanah Firdaws and give his family and associates the fortitude to bear the loss.”

Meanwhile, the family in a statement on Friday night announced burial plans for the deceased.

According to his family, Janazah Prayers holds on Saturday December 20, at Ogbomoso Central Mosque, Oja’agbo at 11am and will later be buried at a Muslim cemetery in Ogbomoso.

Source: The Shield Online

MUSWEN President, Alhaji Rasaki Oladejo gave the testimony during a send off/appreciation ceremony for the just retired scribe at the group’s secretariat, in Ibadan, Oyo State capital, on Saturday.

Ably assisted by his two deputies – Alhaji Rafiu Adisa Ebiti and Alhaji Thabit Adewale Sonaike, at the ceremony, Oladejo recalled: “He listened attentively, acted thoughtfully and consistently placed the interest of the Ummah above personal comfort”.

He added: “This ceremony is therefore not simply a farewell, it is a collective expression of love, respect and appreciation for a devoted servant of the ummah and a family that shared him selflessly.” 

Alhaji Oladejo, who described Prof Yahya as a man who has won his deep respect, said the ceremony carries mixed emotions; joy, gratitude, reflection and a gentle sense of nostalgia, citing Quran verse which acknowledges goodness as reward for goodness, restating that the gathering was to appreciate goodness with goodness.

He said: “As he enters a new phase of life, we pray that Allah accepts Prof. Yahya’s service as an act of ibadah, forgives his shortcomings and multiplies his rewards. We also pray earnestly for his wife and children- that Allah grants them good health, peace of mind, continued unity and abundant barakah.”

Also on hand for Alhaji Oladejo were: the pioneer Executive Secretary of MUSWEN, Prof. D. O. S Noibi; Prof Lateefah Durosinmi, Chairperson of MUSWEN Committee on Women Affairs and Prof Muibi Opeloye, Chairman of the Mediation and Reconciliation Committee. 

In his sermon, the immediate past Chief Imam of the University of Ibadan, Prof Oloyede Abdur-Rahman,  said the main challenge that Nigerians face as a people was because of a lack of belief in the hereafter.

He called on Muslim leaders to address the education gap between Muslims and Christians and also ensure that more Muslim youth are supported with entrepreneurial skills so that they could be more useful members of the society. 

Speaking on behalf of the MUSWEN Secretariat, Alhaji Wakil Olaniyi recalled that Prof. Yahya resumed office as the Executive secretary in November 2019 at a critical period in the life of the organization.

“From the very first day, he demonstrated uncommon calm, clarity of purpose, and deep commitment to the ideals of the organisation. To us, the staff, he was not just an administrator, but a mentor, teacher, and father figure.

“One of Prof. Yahya’s most outstanding qualities was his open-door leadership style. He listened attentively, encouraged constructive dialogue, and carried staff along in decision-making.

“He placed great emphasis on discipline, professionalism, and integrity, while also showing understanding and compassion. He corrected with wisdom, guided with patience, and always sought solutions rather than blame. 

“Under his leadership, staff capacity was strengthened, administrative processes were improved, and the Secretariat became more organised and responsive.

“Prof. Yahya also consistently reminded us that MUSWEN is not just an institution, not only a place of work, not only a paycheck, but an amanah (trust), an opportunity to serve Allah, that must be handled with sincerity, transparency, and fear of Allah” Olaniyi stated.

Prof. Noibi praised the leadership for moving MUSWEN higher over the last 17 years of its existence, commending Prof Yahya for his contribution to the growth of the Ummah and the association.

He traced the growth and evolution of MUSWEN, thanking Allah for guiding the tenure of the retiring ES over the last six years.

In his contribution, Alhaji Ebiti described the event as a gathering of gratitude, urging Prof Yahya not to retire but to embrace fresh challenges. He also advised Muslims to return to the true faith, affirming that with prayers, no challenge would be too onerous.

In his remarks, Prof Opeloye described Prof Yahya as an exceptional Arabic scholar and administrator who has brought stability and growth to MUSWEN.

Prof Yahya in his response thanked MUSWEN for the support he received while in office, promising to continue to work for the progress of the organisation and Muslim population in general.

The new ES, Prof. Wole Abbas, thanked his predecessor for his years of service and promised to build on his legacy.

Gifts were subsequently presented to the retired official by MUSWEN and some of its affiliate organizations such as FOMWAN.

Source: The Eagle Online

The President of MUSWEN, Alhaji Rasaki Oladejo was ably assisted at the ceremony by his two deputies, Alhaji Rafiu Adisa Ebiti and Alhaji Thabit Adewale Sonaike. Also on hand was the pioneer Executive Secretary of MUSWEN, Prof. D. O. S Noibi; Prof Lateefah Durosinmi, Chairperson of MUSWEN Committee on Women Affairs and Prof Muibi Opeloye, Chairman of the Mediation and Reconciliation Committee.

Prof DOS Noibi, who traced the growth and evolution of MUSWEN, thanked Allah for guiding the tenure of the retiring ES over the last six years.

Alhaji Oladejo described the retired Executive Secretary, Professor Muslih Tayo Yahya, as someone who served MUSWEN with humility, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to unity.

“He listened attentively, acted thoughtfully and consistently placed the interest of the Ummah above personal comfort,” Alhaji Oladejo said.

“This ceremony is therefore not simply a farewell, it is a collective expression of love, respect and appreciation for a devoted servant of the ummah and a family that shared him selflessly.”

Alhaji Oladejo, who described Prof Yahya as a man who has won his deep respect, said the ceremony carries mixed emotions; joy, gratitude, reflection and a gentle sense of nostalgia.

“Allah says in the Qur’an:
Is there any reward for goodness except goodness? Qur’an 55:60
Today, we gather to appreciate goodness with goodness,” he said. “As he enters a new phase of life, we pray that Allah accepts Prof. Yahya’s service as an act of ibadah, forgives his shortcomings and multiplies his rewards. We also pray earnestly for his wife and children- that Allah grants them good health, peace of mind, continued unity and abundant barakah.”

In his sermon, Prof Oloyede Abdur-Rahman, immediate past Chief Imam of the University of Ibadan, said the main challenge that Nigerians face as a people was because of a lack of belief in the hereafter.

He called on Muslim leaders to address the education gap between Muslims and Christians and also ensure that more Muslim youth are supported with entrepreneurial skills so that they could be more useful members of the society.

Speaking on behalf of the MUSWEN Secretariat, Alhaji Wakil Olaniyi noted that Prof. Yahya assumed office as the Executive secretary in November 2019 at a critical period in the life of MUSWEN.

“From the very first day, he demonstrated uncommon calm, clarity of purpose, and deep commitment to the ideals of the organisation. To us, the staff, he was not just an administrator, but a mentor, teacher, and father figure.
” One of Prof. Yahya’s most outstanding qualities was his open-door leadership style. He listened attentively, encouraged constructive dialogue, and carried staff along in decision-making.

“He placed great emphasis on discipline, professionalism, and integrity, while also showing understanding and compassion. He corrected with wisdom, guided with patience, and always sought solutions rather than blame.

“Under his leadership, staff capacity was strengthened, administrative processes were improved, and the Secretariat became more organised and responsive.

“Prof. Yahya also consistently reminded us that MUSWEN is not just an institution, not only a place of work, not only a paycheck, but an amanah (trust), an opportunity to serve Allah, that must be handled with sincerity, transparency, and fear of Allah.”

Prof Noibi praised the leadership for moving MUSWEN higher over the last 17 years of its existence. He cmmended Prof Yahya for his contribution to the growth of the Ummah and the association.
In his contribution, Alhaji Ebiti described the event as a gathering of gratitude. He urged the Prof Yahya not to retire but to embrace fresh challenges. He also advised Muslims to return to the true faith, saying with prayers no challenges would be too onerous.

Prof Opeloye dscribed Prof Yahya as an exceptional Arabic scholar and administrator who has brought stability and growth to MUSWEN.

Prof Yahya in his response thanked MUSWEN for the support he received while in office. He promised to continue to work for the progress of the organisation and Muslim population in general.
The new Executive Secretary of MUSWEN, Prof Wole Abbas, thanked his predecessor for his years of service and promised to build on the legacy.

Gifts were subsequently presented to the retired official by MUSWEN and some of its affiliate organizations such as FOMWAN.

Source: The ReporterNG

The Muslim Ummah of South West Nigeria (MUSWEN) Saturday, December 27, organised a sendforth/appreciation ceremony for its immediate past Executive Secretary l, Prof Muslih Tayo Yahya at its expansive Ibadan Secretariat.

The President of MUSWEN, Alhaji Rasaki Oladejo was ably assisted at the ceremony by his two deputies, Alhaji Rafiu Adisa Ebiti and Alhaji Thabit Adewale Sonaike.

Also on hand was the pioneer Executive Secretary of MUSWEN, Prof. D. O. S Noibi; Prof Lateefah Durosinmi, Chairperson of MUSWEN Committee on Women Affairs and Prof Muibi Opeloye, Chairman of the Mediation and Reconciliation Committee.

Prof DOS Noibi, who traced the growth and evolution of MUSWEN, thanked Allah for guiding the tenure of the retiring ES over the last six years.

Alhaji Oladejo described the retired Executive Secretary, Professor Muslih Tayo Yahya, as someone who served MUSWEN with humility, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to unity.

“He listened attentively, acted thoughtfully and consistently placed the interest of the Ummah above personal comfort,” Alhaji Oladejo said.

“This ceremony is therefore not simply a farewell, it is a collective expression of love, respect and appreciation for a devoted servant of the ummah and a family that shared him selflessly.”

Alhaji Oladejo, who described Prof Yahya as a man who has won his deep respect, said the ceremony carries mixed emotions; joy, gratitude, reflection and a gentle sense of nostalgia.

“Allah says in the Qur’an: Is there any reward for goodness except goodness? Qur’an 55:60.

“Today, we gather to appreciate goodness with goodness,” he said. “As he enters a new phase of life, we pray that Allah accepts Prof. Yahya’s service as an act of ibadah, forgives his shortcomings and multiplies his rewards. We also pray earnestly for his wife and children- that Allah grants them good health, peace of mind, continued unity and abundant barakah.”

In his sermon, Prof Oloyede Abdur-Rahman, immediate past Chief Imam of the University of Ibadan, said the main challenge that Nigerians face as a people was because of a lack of belief in the hereafter.

He called on Muslim leaders to address the education gap between Muslims and Christians and also ensure that more Muslim youth are supported with entrepreneurial skills so that they could be more useful members of the society.

Speaking on behalf of the MUSWEN Secretariat, Alhaji Wakil Olaniyi noted that Prof. Yahya assumed office as the Executive Secretary in November 2019 at a critical period in the life of MUSWEN.

“From the very first day, he demonstrated uncommon calm, clarity of purpose, and deep commitment to the ideals of the organisation. To us, the staff, he was not just an administrator, but a mentor, teacher, and father figure.

“One of Prof. Yahya’s most outstanding qualities was his open-door leadership style. He listened attentively, encouraged constructive dialogue, and carried staff along in decision-making.

“He placed great emphasis on discipline, professionalism, and integrity, while also showing understanding and compassion. He corrected with wisdom, guided with patience, and always sought solutions rather than blame.

“Under his leadership, staff capacity was strengthened, administrative processes were improved, and the Secretariat became more organised and responsive.

“Prof. Yahya also consistently reminded us that MUSWEN is not just an institution, not only a place of work, not only a paycheck, but an amanah (trust), an opportunity to serve Allah, that must be handled with sincerity, transparency, and fear of Allah.”

Prof Noibi praised the leadership for moving MUSWEN higher over the last 17 years of its existence. He commended Prof Yahya for his contribution to the growth of the Ummah and the association.

In his contribution, Alhaji Ebiti described the event as a gathering of gratitude. He urged the Prof Yahya not to retire but to embrace fresh challenges. He also advised Muslims to return to the true faith, saying with prayers no challenges would be too onerous.

Prof Opeloye dscribed Prof Yahya as an exceptional Arabic scholar and administrator who has brought stability and growth to MUSWEN.

Prof Yahya in his response thanked MUSWEN for the support he received while in office. He promised to continue to work for the progress of the organisation and Muslim population in general.

The new Executive Secretary of MUSWEN, Prof Wole Abbas, thanked his predecessor for his years of service and promised to build on the legacy.

Gifts were subsequently presented to the retired official by MUSWEN and some of its affiliate organisations such as FOMWAN.

Source: Muslim News Nigeria

Penpushing reports that the event was attended by President of the body Alhaji Rasaki Oladejo accompanied by two deputies, Alhaji Rafiu Adisa Ebiti and Alhaji Thabit Adewale Sonaike.

The others include pioneer Executive Secretary of the organisation, Prof. D. O. S Noibi; Prof Lateefah Durosinmi, Chairperson of Committee on Women Affairs and Prof Muibi Opeloye, Chairman of the Mediation and Reconciliation Committee.

Penpushing further reports that Noibi, who traced the growth and evolution of Muslim Ummah of South West Nigeria (MUSWEN), thanked Allah for guiding the tenure of the retiring scribe over the last six years.

The immediate past scribe praised the leadership for moving the organisation higher over the last 17 years of its existence and commended Yahya for his contribution to the growth of the Ummah and the association.

Penpushing also reports that President on his part described the retired Executive Secretary, as someone who served Muslim Ummah of South West Nigeria (MUSWEN) with humility, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to unity.

“He listened attentively, acted thoughtfully and consistently placed the interest of the Ummah above personal comfort. This ceremony is therefore not simply a farewell, it is a collective expression of love, respect and appreciation for a devoted servant of the ummah and a family that shared him selflessly’, Oladejo said.

Penpushing reports that he Alhaji described Yahya as a man who has won his deep respect, stating that the ceremony carries mixed emotions; joy, gratitude, reflection and a gentle sense of nostalgia.

‘Today, we gather to appreciate goodness with goodness. As he enters a new phase of life, we pray that Allah accepts Prof. Yahya’s service as an act of Ibadah, forgives his shortcomings and multiplies his rewards. We also pray earnestly for his wife and children- that Allah grants them good health, peace of mind, continued unity and abundant barakah’, he said

Penpushing further reports that, immediate past Chief Imam of the University of Ibadan, Prof Oloyede Abdur-Rahman in his sermon said the main challenge that Nigerians face as a people was because of a lack of belief in the hereafter.

The Chief Imam called on Muslim leaders to address the education gap between Muslims and Christians and also ensure that more Muslim youth are supported with entrepreneurial skills so that they could be more useful members of the society.

Penpushing also reports that speaking on behalf of the organisation’s Secretariat, Alhaji Wakil Olaniyi noted that Yahya assumed office as the Executive secretary in November 2019 at a critical period in the life of the body.

“From the very first day, he demonstrated uncommon calm, clarity of purpose, and deep commitment to the ideals of the organisation. To us, the staff, he was not just an administrator, but a mentor, teacher, and father figure’, Olaniyi stated.

” One of Prof. Yahya’s most outstanding qualities was his open-door leadership style. He listened attentively, encouraged constructive dialogue, and carried staff along in decision-making’, he added

“He placed great emphasis on discipline, professionalism, and integrity, while also showing understanding and compassion. He corrected with wisdom, guided with patience, and always sought solutions rather than blame. Under his leadership, staff capacity was strengthened, administrative processes were improved, and the Secretariat became more organised and responsive’.

“Prof. Yahya also consistently reminded us that MUSWEN is not just an institution, not only a place of work, not only a paycheck, but an amanah (trust), an opportunity to serve Allah, that must be handled with sincerity, transparency, and fear of Allah.”

Penpushing reports that in his contributionn Ebiti described the event as a gathering of gratitude and urged Yahya not to retire but to embrace fresh challenges, equally advised Muslims to return to the true faith, saying with prayers no challenges would be too onerous.

The Chairman of the Mediation and Reconciliation Committee in his own remarks described Yahya as an exceptional Arabic scholar and administrator who has brought stability and growth to the Islamic body.

Penpushing reports that Yahya in his response thanked the organisation for the support he received while in office and promised to continue to work for the progress of the organisation and Muslim population in general.

Meanwhile, the new Executive Secretary of the organisation, Prof Wole Abbas, thanked his predecessor for his years of service and promised to build on the legacy, while at the ceremony gifts were presented to the retired official by the body and some of its affiliate organizations such as Federation of Muslim Women Association of Nigeria (FOMWAN).

Source: Penpushing

At the sendforth/appreciation ceremony for its immediate past Executive Secretary I of the Muslim Ummah of South West Nigeria (MUSWEN), Prof. Muslih Tayo Yahya held at its expansive Ibadan secretariat on Saturday, Abdur-Rahman called on Muslim leaders to address the education gap between Muslims and Christians.

He also urged the faith leaders to ensure that more Muslim youths are supported with entrepreneurial skills so that they could be more useful members of the society.

MUSWEN’s pioneer Executive Secretary, Prof. Dawud Shittu Noibi traced the growth and evolution of the group, and thanked Allah for guiding Yahya’s tenure over the last six years.

He praised the leadership for moving MUSWEN higher over the last 17 years of its existence, and commended Yahya for his contribution to the growth of the Ummah and the association.

The President of MUSWEN, Alhaji Rasaki Oladejo said that Yahya served MUSWEN with humility, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to unity.

Oladejo said; ‘He (Yahya) listened attentively, acted thoughtfully and consistently placed the interest of the Ummah above personal comfort.

‘This ceremony is therefore not simply a farewell, it is a collective expression of love, respect and appreciation for a devoted servant of the Ummah and a family that shared him selflessly’.

Oladejo, who said that Yahya  won his deep respect, added that the ceremony carried mixed emotions of joy, gratitude, reflection and a gentle sense of nostalgia.

‘Allah says in the Qur’an: “Is there any reward for goodness except goodness”? Today, we gather to appreciate goodness with goodness.

‘As he enters a new phase of life, we pray that Allah accepts Yahya’s service as an act of ibadah, forgives his shortcomings and multiplies his rewards. We also pray earnestly for his wife and children- that Allah grants them good health, peace of mind, continued unity and abundant barakah‘, he further said.

On behalf of the MUSWEN secretariat, Alhaji Wakil Olaniyi noted that Yahya assumed office as the Executive secretary in November 2019 at a critical period in the life of MUSWEN.

He recalled: ‘From the very first day, he demonstrated uncommon calm, clarity of purpose, and deep commitment to the ideals of the organisation. To us, the staff, he was not just an administrator, but a mentor, teacher, and father figure.

‘One of Yahya’s most outstanding qualities was his open-door leadership style. He listened attentively, encouraged constructive dialogue, and carried staff along in decision-making.

‘He placed great emphasis on discipline, professionalism, and integrity, while also showing understanding and compassion. He corrected with wisdom, guided with patience, and always sought solutions rather than blame.

‘Under his leadership, staff capacity was strengthened, administrative processes were improved, and the Secretariat became more organised and responsive.

‘Yahya also consistently reminded us that MUSWEN is not just an institution, not only a place of work, not only a paycheck, but an amanah (trust), an opportunity to serve Allah, that must be handled with sincerity, transparency, and fear of Allah’.

A Deputy President of MUSWEN, Alhaji Rafiu Adisa Ebiti described the event as a gathering of gratitude.

He urged Yahya not to retire but to embrace fresh challenges, and advised Muslims to return to the true faith, saying that, with prayers no challenges would be too onerous.

Chairman of the Mediation and Reconciliation Committee, Prof Muibi Opeloye dscribed Yahya as an exceptional Arabic scholar and administrator, who has brought stability and growth to MUSWEN.

The new Executive Secretary, Prof. Wole Abbas thanked his predecessor for his years of service and promised to build on the legacy.

In his response, Yahya thanked MUSWEN for the support he received while in office.

He promised to continue to work for the progress of the organisation and the Muslim population in general.

Gifts were presented to the retired official by MUSWEN and some of its affiliate ororganisations, including the Federation of Muslim Women’s Association of Nigeria.

Source: Breezy News Nigeria

The Muslim Ummah of South West Nigeria (MUSWEN) Saturday organised a sendforth/appreciation ceremony for its immediate past Executive Secretary l, Prof Muslih Tayo Yahya at its expansive Ibadan Secretariat.

The President of MUSWEN, Alhaji Rasaki Oladejo was ably assisted at the ceremony by his two deputies, Alhaji Rafiu Adisa Ebiti and Alhaji Thabit Adewale Sonaike. Also on hand was the pioneer Executive Secretary of MUSWEN, Prof. D. O. S Noibi; Prof Lateefah Durosinmi, Chairperson of MUSWEN Committee on Women Affairs and Prof Muibi Opeloye, Chairman of the Mediation and Reconciliation Committee.

Prof DOS Noibi, who traced the growth and evolution of MUSWEN, thanked Allah for guiding the tenure of the retiring ES over the last six years.

Alhaji Oladejo described the retired Executive Secretary, Professor Muslih Tayo Yahya, as someone who served MUSWEN with humility, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to unity.

“He listened attentively, acted thoughtfully and consistently placed the interest of the Ummah above personal comfort,” Alhaji Oladejo said.

“This ceremony is therefore not simply a farewell, it is a collective expression of love, respect and appreciation for a devoted servant of the ummah and a family that shared him selflessly.”

Alhaji Oladejo, who described Prof Yahya as a man who has won his deep respect, said the ceremony carries mixed emotions; joy, gratitude, reflection and a gentle sense of nostalgia.

“Allah says in the Qur’an:
Is there any reward for goodness except goodness? Qur’an 55:60
Today, we gather to appreciate goodness with goodness,” he said. “As he enters a new phase of life, we pray that Allah accepts Prof. Yahya’s service as an act of ibadah, forgives his shortcomings and multiplies his rewards. We also pray earnestly for his wife and children- that Allah grants them good health, peace of mind, continued unity and abundant barakah.”

In his sermon, Prof Oloyede Abdur-Rahman, immediate past Chief Imam of the University of Ibadan, said the main challenge that Nigerians face as a people was because of a lack of belief in the hereafter.

He called on Muslim leaders to address the education gap between Muslims and Christians and also ensure that more Muslim youth are supported with entrepreneurial skills so that they could be more useful members of the society.

Speaking on behalf of the MUSWEN Secretariat, Alhaji Wakil Olaniyi noted that Prof. Yahya assumed office as the Executive secretary in November 2019 at a critical period in the life of MUSWEN.

“From the very first day, he demonstrated uncommon calm, clarity of purpose, and deep commitment to the ideals of the organisation. To us, the staff, he was not just an administrator, but a mentor, teacher, and father figure.
” One of Prof. Yahya’s most outstanding qualities was his open-door leadership style. He listened attentively, encouraged constructive dialogue, and carried staff along in decision-making.

“He placed great emphasis on discipline, professionalism, and integrity, while also showing understanding and compassion. He corrected with wisdom, guided with patience, and always sought solutions rather than blame.

“Under his leadership, staff capacity was strengthened, administrative processes were improved, and the Secretariat became more organised and responsive.

“Prof. Yahya also consistently reminded us that MUSWEN is not just an institution, not only a place of work, not only a paycheck, but an amanah (trust), an opportunity to serve Allah, that must be handled with sincerity, transparency, and fear of Allah.”

Prof Noibi praised the leadership for moving MUSWEN higher over the last 17 years of its existence. He commended Prof Yahya for his contribution to the growth of the Ummah and the association.
In his contribution, Alhaji Ebiti described the event as a gathering of gratitude. He urged the Prof Yahya not to retire but to embrace fresh challenges. He also advised Muslims to return to the true faith, saying with prayers no challenges would be too onerous.

Prof Opeloye dscribed Prof Yahya as an exceptional Arabic scholar and administrator who has brought stability and growth to MUSWEN.

Prof Yahya in his response thanked MUSWEN for the support he received while in office. He promised to continue to work for the progress of the organisation and Muslim population in general.
The new Executive Secretary of MUSWEN, Prof Wole Abbas, thanked his predecessor for his years of service and promised to build on the legacy.

Gifts were subsequently presented to the retired official by MUSWEN and some of its affiliate organizations such as FOMWAN.

Source: City Voice News

The President of MUSWEN, Alhaji Rasaki Oladejo was ably assisted at the ceremony by his two deputies, Alhaji Rafiu Adisa Ebiti and Alhaji Thabit Adewale Sonaike. Also on hand was the pioneer Executive Secretary of MUSWEN, Prof. D. O. S Noibi; Prof Lateefah Durosinmi, Chairperson of MUSWEN Committee on Women Affairs and Prof Muibi Opeloye, Chairman of the Mediation and Reconciliation Committee.

Prof DOS Noibi, who traced the growth and evolution of MUSWEN, thanked Allah for guiding the tenure of the retiring ES over the last six years.

Alhaji Oladejo described the retired Executive Secretary, Professor Muslih Tayo Yahya, as someone who served MUSWEN with humility, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to unity.

“He listened attentively, acted thoughtfully and consistently placed the interest of the Ummah above personal comfort,” Alhaji Oladejo said.

“This ceremony is therefore not simply a farewell, it is a collective expression of love, respect and appreciation for a devoted servant of the ummah and a family that shared him selflessly.”

Alhaji Oladejo, who described Prof Yahya as a man who has won his deep respect, said the ceremony carries mixed emotions; joy, gratitude, reflection and a gentle sense of nostalgia.

“Allah says in the Qur’an:
Is there any reward for goodness except goodness? Qur’an 55:60
Today, we gather to appreciate goodness with goodness,” he said. “As he enters a new phase of life, we pray that Allah accepts Prof. Yahya’s service as an act of ibadah, forgives his shortcomings and multiplies his rewards. We also pray earnestly for his wife and children- that Allah grants them good health, peace of mind, continued unity and abundant barakah.”

In his sermon, Prof Oloyede Abdur-Rahman, immediate past Chief Imam of the University of Ibadan, said the main challenge that Nigerians face as a people was because of a lack of belief in the hereafter.

He called on Muslim leaders to address the education gap between Muslims and Christians and also ensure that more Muslim youth are supported with entrepreneurial skills so that they could be more useful members of the society.

Speaking on behalf of the MUSWEN Secretariat, Alhaji Wakil Olaniyi noted that Prof. Yahya assumed office as the Executive secretary in November 2019 at a critical period in the life of MUSWEN.

“From the very first day, he demonstrated uncommon calm, clarity of purpose, and deep commitment to the ideals of the organisation. To us, the staff, he was not just an administrator, but a mentor, teacher, and father figure.
” One of Prof. Yahya’s most outstanding qualities was his open-door leadership style. He listened attentively, encouraged constructive dialogue, and carried staff along in decision-making.

“He placed great emphasis on discipline, professionalism, and integrity, while also showing understanding and compassion. He corrected with wisdom, guided with patience, and always sought solutions rather than blame.

“Under his leadership, staff capacity was strengthened, administrative processes were improved, and the Secretariat became more organised and responsive.

“Prof. Yahya also consistently reminded us that MUSWEN is not just an institution, not only a place of work, not only a paycheck, but an amanah (trust), an opportunity to serve Allah, that must be handled with sincerity, transparency, and fear of Allah.”

Prof Noibi praised the leadership for moving MUSWEN higher over the last 17 years of its existence. He cmmended Prof Yahya for his contribution to the growth of the Ummah and the association.
In his contribution, Alhaji Ebiti described the event as a gathering of gratitude. He urged the Prof Yahya not to retire but to embrace fresh challenges. He also advised Muslims to return to the true faith, saying with prayers no challenges would be too onerous.

Prof Opeloye dscribed Prof Yahya as an exceptional Arabic scholar and administrator who has brought stability and growth to MUSWEN.

Prof Yahya in his response thanked MUSWEN for the support he received while in office. He promised to continue to work for the progress of the organisation and Muslim population in general.
The new Executive Secretary of MUSWEN, Prof Wole Abbas, thanked his predecessor for his years of service and promised to build on the legacy.

Gifts were subsequently presented to the retired official by MUSWEN and some of its affiliate organizations such as FOMWAN.

Source: Prompt News Online

*Photo L-R: Prof Lateefah Durosinmi, Hajia Tayo Yahya, Prof Muslih Tayo Yahya, Alhaji Rasaki Oladejo, Alh Rafiu Adisa Ebiti, Prof DOS Noibi and Prof Muibi Opeloye*

The Muslim Ummah of South West Nigeria (MUSWEN) Saturday organised a sendforth/appreciation ceremony for its immediate past Executive Secretary l, Prof Muslih Tayo Yahya at its expansive Ibadan Secretariat.

The President of MUSWEN, Alhaji Rasaki Oladejo was ably assisted at the ceremony by his two deputies, Alhaji Rafiu Adisa Ebiti and Alhaji Thabit Adewale Sonaike. Also on hand was the pioneer Executive Secretary of MUSWEN, Prof. D. O. S Noibi; Prof Lateefah Durosinmi, Chairperson of MUSWEN Committee on Women Affairs and Prof Muibi Opeloye, Chairman of the Mediation and Reconciliation Committee.

Prof DOS Noibi, who traced the growth and evolution of MUSWEN, thanked Allah for guiding the tenure of the retiring ES over the last six years.

Alhaji Oladejo described the retired Executive Secretary, Professor Muslih Tayo Yahya, as someone who served MUSWEN with humility, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to unity.

“He listened attentively, acted thoughtfully and consistently placed the interest of the Ummah above personal comfort,” Alhaji Oladejo said.

“This ceremony is therefore not simply a farewell, it is a collective expression of love, respect and appreciation for a devoted servant of the ummah and a family that shared him selflessly.”

Alhaji Oladejo, who described Prof Yahya as a man who has won his deep respect, said the ceremony carries mixed emotions; joy, gratitude, reflection and a gentle sense of nostalgia.

“Allah says in the Qur’an:
Is there any reward for goodness except goodness? Qur’an 55:60
Today, we gather to appreciate goodness with goodness,” he said. “As he enters a new phase of life, we pray that Allah accepts Prof. Yahya’s service as an act of ibadah, forgives his shortcomings and multiplies his rewards. We also pray earnestly for his wife and children- that Allah grants them good health, peace of mind, continued unity and abundant barakah.”

In his sermon, Prof Oloyede Abdur-Rahman, immediate past Chief Imam of the University of Ibadan, said the main challenge that Nigerians face as a people was because of a lack of belief in the hereafter.

He called on Muslim leaders to address the education gap between Muslims and Christians and also ensure that more Muslim youth are supported with entrepreneurial skills so that they could be more useful members of the society.

Speaking on behalf of the MUSWEN Secretariat, Alhaji Wakil Olaniyi noted that Prof. Yahya assumed office as the Executive secretary in November 2019 at a critical period in the life of MUSWEN.

“From the very first day, he demonstrated uncommon calm, clarity of purpose, and deep commitment to the ideals of the organisation. To us, the staff, he was not just an administrator, but a mentor, teacher, and father figure.
” One of Prof. Yahya’s most outstanding qualities was his open-door leadership style. He listened attentively, encouraged constructive dialogue, and carried staff along in decision-making.

“He placed great emphasis on discipline, professionalism, and integrity, while also showing understanding and compassion. He corrected with wisdom, guided with patience, and always sought solutions rather than blame.

“Under his leadership, staff capacity was strengthened, administrative processes were improved, and the Secretariat became more organised and responsive.

“Prof. Yahya also consistently reminded us that MUSWEN is not just an institution, not only a place of work, not only a paycheck, but an amanah (trust), an opportunity to serve Allah, that must be handled with sincerity, transparency, and fear of Allah.”

Prof Noibi praised the leadership for moving MUSWEN higher over the last 17 years of its existence. He cmmended Prof Yahya for his contribution to the growth of the Ummah and the association.
In his contribution, Alhaji Ebiti described the event as a gathering of gratitude. He urged the Prof Yahya not to retire but to embrace fresh challenges. He also advised Muslims to return to the true faith, saying with prayers no challenges would be too onerous.

Prof Opeloye dscribed Prof Yahya as an exceptional Arabic scholar and administrator who has brought stability and growth to MUSWEN.

Prof Yahya in his response thanked MUSWEN for the support he received while in office. He promised to continue to work for the progress of the organisation and Muslim population in general.

The new Executive Secretary of MUSWEN, Prof Wole Abbas, thanked his predecessor for his years of service and promised to build on the legacy.

Gifts were subsequently presented to the retired official by MUSWEN and some of its affiliate organizations such as FOMWAN.

Source: The Shield Online