Kwara State Governor, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, has promised to provide brand-new official vehicles for the newly appointed Chief Imam of Ilorin Emirate, Sheikh Muhammad Bashir Dasuki Imam Fulani.
He made the commitment during a courtesy visit to the cleric in Ilorin on Tuesday, where he also asked for prayers for peace, stability, and development in the state.
The visit was confirmed in a statement posted on the Kwara State Government’s official Facebook page and seen by The PUNCH on Wednesday.
The governor, who was accompanied by the Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Lawal Olohungbe, and other senior government officials and political stakeholders, congratulated the new Chief Imam on his appointment.
He described the emergence of the young Islamic scholar as a positive development for the Ilorin Emirate, saying it reflects continuity, inclusiveness, and unity within the Muslim community.
Reaffirming government support for religious leadership, Abdulrazaq restated his administration’s backing for the office of the Chief Imam.
He said, “We are fully behind you in this responsibility. The government will provide a brand-new Jeep and a bus to support your movement and duties.”
He added that the appointment of Sheikh Dasuki reflects efforts to strengthen unity among generations within the Muslim ummah in Kwara State.
“The emergence of a young and vibrant Azhari scholar as the new Chief Imam reflects our commitment to unity, development and inclusiveness,” he added.
The governor also prayed for divine guidance, protection, and long life for the Chief Imam, urging residents of Ilorin Emirate and Kwara State to support him in carrying out his spiritual duties.
The appointment of the 42-year-old Imam Fulani as the 13th Chief Imam of Ilorin Emirate was earlier announced on Wednesday, June 10, by Abdulraheem Muritala, Personal Assistant to the Emir of Ilorin, Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari.
Following the announcement, the governor had congratulated the Emir, describing the selection as a reflection of wise leadership and careful consideration within the Emirate’s traditional and spiritual hierarchy.