His Royal Majesty, Oba AbdulRafiu Omogbolahan Lawal, Abisogun II, Oniru of Iru Kingdom, has officially commissioned the new Oniru Central Mosque.
The elegant, 300-capacity mosque, located on Palace Road, fulfills the Oba’s vision for an expanded place of worship to accommodate the growing number of worshippers and the area’s rapid urbanization.
Oba Lawal expressed gratitude to Almighty Allah, the Oniru in Council, his family, and friends for their support.
He urged Muslim faithful to use this new edifice as an opportunity to draw closer to God and to take ownership of the mosque.
He also charged Muslims, as they celebrate Eid al-Kabir, to never give up, regardless of their circumstances.
Chief Abayomi Muyideen Daramola, Balogun of Iru Land, highlighted the significance of the day, noting its coincidence with the start of the week-long activities marking the Oniru’s 5th coronation anniversary. He congratulated the Oniru, emphasizing the blessings awaiting those who build for God.
He also noted the mosque’s remarkable six-month completion time, believing that prayers offered there will benefit the Oniru’s generation and all who contributed.
Justice Lawal Akapo of the Appeal Court commended the Oniru for creating a conducive place of worship. He remarked that the Oniru was continuing a family legacy, as the Oba’s ancestors were the first to build a mosque on Lagos Island, signifying divine guidance.
Alhaja Rashidat Adu, Executive Chairman of Iru/Victoria Island Local Council Development Area, also extended congratulations to the Oniru and his wife. She praised the mosque’s reconstruction as a significant transformation and a harbinger of greater things for the kingdom, praying for continued divine favor for the Oniru.
Kola Abiola, son of Chief MKO Abiola, was also among those who congratulated the Oniru.
The commissioning, which marked the beginning of the Oniru’s 5th coronation anniversary celebrations, was attended by prominent Muslim clerics, government officials, and traditional rulers. The event included Quranic recitations and a tour of the mosque following the official opening.
Jummat prayer was also offered in the mosque.
Sallah: Akpabio Celebrates Muslims, Urges Peace, Patience
As Muslims across Nigeria and around the world celebrate the joyous occasion of Eid-ul-Adha, President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, GCON, has extended his warm felicitations to the Muslim Ummah, praying that the sacred festival may usher peace, love, and unity to the nation.
In a statement through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh, the Senate President said the spirit of Eid-el-Kabir reminds us of the importance of sacrifice, compassion, and kindness.
He said, “As we commemorate the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son, we are reminded of the values of obedience, faith, and selflessness. I urge all Nigerians to embody these virtues, fostering a culture of peace, understanding, and cooperation.
“We also recognise the challenges our nation faces and the efforts of President Bola Tinubu’s administration to address them. His economic and fiscal reforms, though difficult, are yielding results and paving the way for a brighter future. I encourage all Nigerians to remain patient, resilient, and committed to our collective progress.
“Let us use this occasion to promote interfaith harmony, national unity, and development. May Allah bless our nation and grant us peace and prosperity.
“On behalf of my family, constituents, the 10th Senate and the entire National Assembly, I say Eid Mubarak to all Muslims”.
