The Oyo State Deputy Governorship candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), Engr. Muftau Open Salawu, has donated N15 million towards the forthcoming Yorubaland Muslim Conference, Ibadan 2026, organised
the Rabitatul Aimmat Wal Ulamai Fi Bilaadi Yoruba (League of Imams and Alfas in Yorubaland).
The Oyo State Deputy Governorship candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), Engr. Muftau Open Salawu, has donated N15 million towards the forthcoming Yorubaland Muslim Conference, Ibadan 2026, organised
the Rabitatul Aimmat Wal Ulamai Fi Bilaadi Yoruba (League of Imams and Alfas in Yorubaland)
He also presented an additional N1 million to the delegation as personal pocket money, reaffirming his longstanding commitment to supporting Islamic scholars and religious activities.
Open Salawu, who is the Giwa Adinni of Oyo State and Babalaje of Ogbomosoland, announced the donations on Tuesday while receiving the Chief Imam of Ibadanland, Imam Abdul-Ganiyy Abubakry Agbotomokekere, alongside prominent Imams, Alfas and Islamic scholars from across Yorubaland.
The delegation paid a courtesy visit to the APM Deputy Governorship candidate as part of preparations for the three-day Yorubaland Muslim Conference, Ibadan 2026, scheduled to hold from November 13 to 16, 2026, at the Jogor Centre, Ibadan.
During the visit, the Islamic scholars commended Open Salawu for his longstanding contributions to the growth and development of Islam, describing him as a pride of Islam in Oyo State.
The delegation highlighted several of his interventions, including the construction of the Central Mosque in Ilajue, Surulere Local Government Area; the Central Mosque in Olokoto, Orire Local Government Area; and mosques in Ile-Ogiri and Tara in Ogbomoso.
They also noted his support for the foundation of the Ikoyi Central Mosque, roofing of several Jumat mosques, initiation of Itikaf at the Ogbomoso Central Mosque and the annual feeding of 100 Itikaf participants since 2023.
According to the Ulamas, Open Salawu has also supported the feeding of about 9,000 people every Ramadan for the past eight years, while sponsoring Muslim and Christian programmes on Parrot FM, Ogbomoso, for more than a decade.
The delegation formally invited him to the conference and expressed appreciation for his generous contribution towards its success.
The conference, according to the organisers, will bring together renowned Islamic scholars, community leaders, government officials and other stakeholders to deliberate on issues surrounding peace, unity, education, moral leadership, youth development and the strengthening of religious and community institutions.
Among the topics expected to be discussed are the role of Imams in purifying Islamic pulpits, the responsibilities of political leaders ahead of the forthcoming elections and other contemporary issues affecting the Muslim Ummah and the nation.
Special guests expected at the conference include Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde; Deputy Governor, Barr. Abdul-Raheem Adebayo Lawal; the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, among other dignitaries.
Responding, Open Salawu assured the delegation of his attendance and commended the League of Imams and Alfas for sustaining the conference and creating a platform for meaningful dialogue among Muslim leaders across Yorubaland.
He reaffirmed his commitment to supporting initiatives that promote Islamic development, unity, peaceful coexistence, education, youth empowerment, environmental responsibility and the overall wellbeing of the people.
Open Salawu also expressed confidence that the conference would provide an important platform for reflection, dialogue and collective action on issues affecting Muslims and the wider society.
He prayed for Allah SWT to grant the organisers wisdom, reward their efforts abundantly and make the conference a resounding success.
The delegation subsequently offered special prayers and spiritual blessings for Open Salawu, his family and his political aspirations.
