{"id":26009,"date":"2026-02-15T17:57:50","date_gmt":"2026-02-15T17:57:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theblogonline.com\/?p=26009"},"modified":"2026-02-15T19:16:34","modified_gmt":"2026-02-15T19:16:34","slug":"zulum-obasa-and-oloyede-highlight-unity-security-and-moral-leadership-at-unilag-31st-pre-ramadan-lecture","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theblogonline.com\/?p=26009","title":{"rendered":"Zulum, Obasa, and Oloyede Highlight Unity, Security, and Moral Leadership at UNILAG UMA 31st Pre-Ramadan Lecture"},"content":{"rendered":"

At the 31st Pre-Ramadan Lecture organized by the <\/span>University of Lagos Muslim Alumni (UMA)<\/span>, leaders from across Nigeria called for unity, moral responsibility, and collective action to address insecurity and societal decay.<\/span><\/p>\n

The event was held at the J.F. Ade Ajayi Main Auditorium, University of Lagos, Akoka.<\/span><\/p>\n

Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum<\/span>, represented by his Deputy, <\/span>Umar Usman Kadafur<\/span>, urged Nigerians to build a society grounded in equity, justice, and mutual respect. <\/span><\/p>\n

He expressed concern over the growing social challenges facing the country and stressed that everyone must play a role in reversing negative trends. <\/span><\/p>\n

According to Governor Zulum, Ramadan presents an opportunity for life transformation, not only for Muslims but for society as a whole. <\/span><\/p>\n

He also encouraged UMA to organize lectures beyond Ramadan to continue addressing societal ills.<\/span><\/p>\n

Speaking on the importance of civic responsibility, <\/span>Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa<\/span>, reminded the audience that security is everyone\u2019s duty\u2014not just that of government agencies. <\/span><\/p>\n

He urged Muslims to shun crime and called on parents to instill good values in their children to nurture responsible citizens.<\/span><\/p>\n

The lecture featured <\/span>JAMB Registrar, Prof. Is-Haq Oloyede<\/span>, who addressed the theme, <\/span>\u201cMuslims: The Challenge of National Security.\u201d<\/span> Prof. Oloyede described insecurity as a pervasive problem affecting all Nigerians, including Muslims, contrary to misconceptions that they are immune. <\/span><\/p>\n

He lamented that fear of attacks has disrupted farming, trade, and daily life, and warned against the stereotyping of Muslims as responsible for the nation\u2019s challenges.<\/span><\/p>\n

Represented by <\/span>Prof. Olufemi Shuaib<\/span>, <\/span>UNILAG Vice Chancellor, Prof. Folashade Ogunsola<\/span>, described the lecture as more than a yearly event. <\/span><\/p>\n

She emphasized that it provides Muslims from all walks of life a platform to reflect, unite, and plan for the future of the community and the nation. <\/span><\/p>\n

She encouraged Muslims to take full advantage of Ramadan as a time for spiritual growth, reminding them that the doors of heaven are open during the holy month.<\/span><\/p>\n

In his welcome remarks, <\/span>Dr. Abdulmumin Alao<\/span>, President of UMA, reiterated the organization\u2019s support for democracy and condemned any attempts to undermine the electoral process. <\/span><\/p>\n

He called on <\/span>INEC<\/span> to continue improving election systems for transparency and fairness. Dr. Alao also highlighted UMA\u2019s scholarship program, which has supported 199 Muslims pursuing postgraduate studies, reinforcing the organization\u2019s commitment to educational empowerment.<\/span><\/p>\n

The lecture, themed <\/span>\u201cTHE LIGHT BEYOND: GUIDING OUR SOULS TO PARADISE,\u201d<\/span> concluded with a call for collective responsibility, moral leadership, and the promotion of peace and unity across Nigeria.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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