Ogun Deputy Governor Mourns Grand Chief Imam Babalola

Ogun State Deputy Governor Noimot Salako-Oyedel expressed her condolences following the death of Sheikh Sikirulai Babalola, the Grand Chief Imam of Yewaland, who passed away at the age of 98. In a Facebook post on Monday, Salako-Oyedel described the late cleric as a respected spiritual leader who dedicated his life to faith, scholarship, and community service.

She noted that Sheikh Babalola provided spiritual guidance to the people of Yewaland and Ogun State for several decades, earning widespread respect for his wisdom and humble, fatherly counsel. Salako-Oyedel remarked that the death of the cleric marks the end of an era in Islamic teaching and leadership, highlighting his contributions to peace and coexistence in the community.

She extended her condolences to Babalola's family, the wider Muslim community in Ogun State, and emphasized the impact of his teachings on future generations. Salako-Oyedel prayed for Allah to accept Babalola's good deeds and grant him eternal peace.