The Management of the Abuja National Mosque has announced the appointment of five new resident and visiting Imams to strengthen its Religious Affairs Unit.
The announcement was made on Tuesday by the Secretary-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, during a news conference in Abuja.
“As part of efforts to enhance the role of the National Mosque as a center for worship, education, and scholarship, the NSCIA has completed the appointment process for five additional Imams,” Oloyede stated.
He explained that the appointments were approved by the General Purpose Committee (GPC) and endorsed by the Expanded General Purpose Committee (EGPC) of the NSCIA, with further clearance from the National Fatwa Committee.
The New Appointees
The newly appointed Imams include:
- Prof. Ilyasu Usman (Visiting)
- Prof. Luqman Zakariyah (Resident)
- Sheikh Abdulkadir Salman (Visiting)
- Malam Haroun Eze (Resident)
- Prof. Khalid Abubakar (Visiting)
Oloyede described the appointments as a significant milestone for the mosque and the wider Muslim community in Nigeria.
“This fulfills a promise made during a similar announcement in 2017, where the intention to diversify the representation of Imams, particularly from the South-South and South-East regions, was declared,” he added.
Historical and Administrative Progress
The Abuja National Mosque, established in 1984, has continually appointed qualified scholars of impeccable character to oversee its spiritual activities. The creation of the Abuja National Mosque Management Board (ANMMB) further supports its administrative framework.
Oloyede commended the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, and the entire Muslim community for their unwavering support in achieving this milestone.
“We pray that Allah grants our new Imams wisdom, knowledge, and guidance to lead our congregation effectively,” he concluded.
The appointments mark a new chapter in the National Mosque’s journey to enhance its role as a hub of Islamic worship and education in Nigeria.
