By Ghazali Ibrahim
Members of the Arewa community in Lagos East Senatorial District have commended Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru for what they described as his inclusive leadership, while also expressing support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
The commendation came on Sunday during the Ramadan Lecture Series sponsored by Senator Abiru at Mile 12 in Ikosi-Isheri Local Council Development Area (LCDA).
The well-attended Tafsir session, organised as part of the senator’s annual Ramadan engagement across the district, brought together community leaders, Islamic scholars, political figures and other stakeholders to reflect on the spiritual significance of the holy month and issues surrounding leadership and national development.
Among dignitaries present at the event were the Vice Chairman of Ikosi-Isheri LCDA, Hon. Olayinka Ogunleye, who represented the Mayoress, Samiat Abolanle Bada; Comrade Ahmed Yusuf, representing the Chairman of the Arewa Community APC in Lagos State; Alhaji Tijani Isa, representing Alhaji Dandama, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Arewa Community APC in the state; Alhaji Sule Yaro, Coordinator, Lagos State South West Arewa Community Renewed Hope Agenda for Asiwaju 2027; and Alhaji MD Hassan, Publicity Secretary of the APC Arewa Community in Lagos State.
Speaking through his Special Adviser on Constituency Matters, Dr. Saheed Oladapo Ibikunle, Senator Abiru said Ramadan offers a period for reflection, compassion and renewed commitment to service to humanity.
He described the lecture series as a platform aimed at strengthening spiritual values while promoting dialogue on societal issues.
According to him, the teachings of Ramadan encourage humility, generosity and unity, which are also vital principles required for effective leadership and nation-building.
Abiru also commended members of the Arewa community for their contributions to the development and prosperity of Lagos State.
The senator used the opportunity to highlight the policy direction of the Federal Government under President Tinubu, noting that the Renewed Hope Agenda has helped stabilise the economy, expand infrastructure and create new opportunities for Nigerians.
He acknowledged that the ongoing economic reforms may pose temporary challenges but maintained that they are necessary steps towards building a resilient economy capable of delivering long-term benefits for citizens.
Chairman of Mile 12 International Market and Director-General, South West Arewa Community Renewed Hope Agenda for Asiwaju 2027, Alhaji Shehu Usman Jibrin (Sampam), expressed appreciation to the senator for organising the Ramadan lecture and maintaining engagement with the Arewa community.
He described Abiru as a leader who recognises the importance of inclusiveness and respects the diversity of his constituents.
Islamic scholars at the event, led by the Chief Imam of Mile 12 International Market, Sheikh Muhammed Abubakar, delivered sermons on the moral lessons of Ramadan, urging Muslims to uphold values of patience, generosity and integrity in their daily lives.
The scholars emphasised that ethical values such as justice, fairness and compassion remain the foundation of good leadership and responsible citizenship.
