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Ogun Gov appoints 2026 Amirul Hajj, names Muslim Welfare Board chairman

The Governor of Ogun State, Dapo Abiodun, has approved the appointment of Alhaji Shamsudeen Apelogun, Asiwaju Adinni of Ogun State and Baba Adinni of Remoland, as the Amirul Hajj for the 2026 pilgrimage to the Holy Land.

 

In addition, Sheikh Zakariyah Olorungbebe has been appointed Chairman of the Ogun State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board for the 2026 Hajj, tasked with overseeing the board’s administrative and operational activities.

 

The appointments, announced through the Secretary to the State Government, Tokunbo Talabi, are part of the state government’s strategic preparations to ensure a smooth and well-coordinated pilgrimage for Ogun State pilgrims.

 

Governor Abiodun charged both appointees to carry out their duties with diligence, integrity, and high commitment, emphasizing effective leadership and collaboration to ensure the comfort, safety, and spiritual fulfilment of all pilgrims.

 

The state government also reaffirmed its support to provide necessary structures for a hitch-free Hajj experience.

Olayinka Babatunde

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