• Home
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms and Conditions
Saturday, June 14, 2025
Emerald News Nigeria
  • Home
  • Inside Delta
  • Health
  • Politics
  • Crime
  • Economy
  • Education
  • Relationship
  • Special Report
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Inside Delta
  • Health
  • Politics
  • Crime
  • Economy
  • Education
  • Relationship
  • Special Report
No Result
View All Result
Emerald News Nigeria
No Result
View All Result

Pastor who renovates mosques in this state, gives reasons for changing the 60-year-old worship centre

by Emerald Nigeria
July 23, 2021
in Special Report
ShareTweetShareShare

Also Read:

INCREDIBLE!! How assistant pastor killed senior pastor, burnt him with fuel while praying inside church (Read disturbing details)

Read what pastor did after a girl he trained in the university rejected his marriage proposal

BREAKING: Tension looms state over alleged blasphemy, see terrible things they did to pastor

CAN YOU IMAGINE? 🤔 See the unbelievable thing fearless man did inside Mosque, in ‘broad daylight’ just to win N20,000 Bet

It was a joyful gathering of Muslim leaders in the quiet city of Ikire, in Irewole local government area of Osun State on Friday the 16th day of July 2021, as a  sixty year old  Alatise mosque located at Popo junction of the town  renovated by a pastor was commisoned for use.

The  elaborate event that saw the chief Imam of the town, Alhaji Yunus Raaji Ajibade Olounose, and his entire cabinet in attendance climaxed in a special prayer session for the philanthropic pastor, Mr Oluwaseun Basil Alabi (OBA), and an official  turbanning of the acting Imam of the mosque, Mallam Mikail as the substantive Imam.

As reported by eye witnesses at  the event, the atmosphere was that of joy , love and peace.

Speaking shortly after the commissioning, the chief Imam of Ikire land, Alhaji Yunus commended Mr Oluwaseun Basil Alabi for being such a special human being who has chosen to promote religious harmony with such a kind gesture of renovating a delapidated mosque to a mordern status , even when he professes Christianity as a faith.

 He thereafter led a special prayer session for the Minesota based pastor, asking God to protect and bless him more.

In his opening  remark, Mr Oluwaseun Basil Alabi who addressed the August gathering  through Skype said: “My name is Oluwaseun Basil Alabi.

“Let me start by giving all glory to God for His mercy and provision. We thank him for making this project a reality. It has been a long time dream of mine to give back to my people whenever I’m able.

“So, it gives me a deep sense of fulfilment that Alatise mosques, where I used to play with my Muslim friends and family, without any form of segregation when I was a little boy growing in this lovely community, now wears a new beautiful look through my humble effort. To God be the glory.

“My special greetings go  to our fathers, the chief Imam of Ikire land and his entire cabinet, the league of Imams and the United Imams. Our mothers, sisters and brothers here present. I thank you all for the support you have given us throughout the time this renovation lasted.

“My special greetings to Uncle Raimi Alatise, I got good report that you stood with my PA all through the renovation, coming around everyday. May God grant you many more fruitful years in sound health.

“Now, to the question, why did I choose to renovate this mosque? A lot of people who know about this project  have asked me this question, but I have never really answered them well enough. Now , here is my response.

 “I grew up in an Ikire community where religion had no effect on our relationship. It was a time when Christians participated actively in the religious festivities of Muslims. A time when you would find many hijab wearing women attending church sessions of Christian weddings and burials.

“It was a time you find young children, Muslims and Christians play together in the mosques and eat saara (food items brought to mosque as alms) together without fear or intimidation. It was a time that humanity united us and made us one strong family, living and sharing our goodness with love and togetherness.

“May I share with you that when the fact that I’m the one renovating this mosque got to one of my fathers in iyanaegba community, Alhaji Nurein Akinremi, he retorted that it is a spirit I must have inherited from my father.

“He related how my father Oyinbodudu was the one in charge of collecting the donations with which the foundation of Ikire central mosque was laid, even though he was a renowned Christian.

“That was the Ikire in which I grew, and the love of that time that resonated in my impressionable young mind is the answer to the question of why I had chosen to renovate this mosque.

“It is therefore a well deserved give-back to a community that raised me to love humanity above religious leaning.

“Moving forward, aside from my support for our religious groups, I have decided to spread the goodness God has given me to make all my people happy and  for that reason, we are opening a charity organisation, My People Foundation to attend to the needs of our people and give them a good reason to be happy.

“When the foundation is launched it will cater for the healthy living of our people through regular distribution of food items, provision of medication to the sick, offering of schorlaship awards to our young people and provision of professional mentorship to graduates as well as those in the informal sector in order to boost the economy of our community.

“I must add that these are not political promises, but a genuine intention to serve my people in my private capacity as a child and glory of this community. Of course as our fathers would say: eni fe Ikire, yoo se rere.

“I, therefore, with utmost regard and humility call on our people, young and old,  to continue to live in peace and harmony. To eschew all forms of religious intolerance and to be on the look out for when we shall roll out these programmes so they can take good advantage of them.

Thank you once again for your support , may God bless us all.

Basil Oluwaseun Alabi.”

Tags: mosquePastor
ShareTweetShareSend
Previous Post

This lady says she can’t marry a widower, read her reasons

Next Post

Every married woman is a prostitute, says relationship therapist

Related Posts

Senator Nwoko sends Eid el Kabir message to Muslims, reaffirms commitment to advancing development in Delta North

Senator Nwoko sends Eid el Kabir message to Muslims, reaffirms commitment to advancing development in Delta North

June 6, 2025
SPECIAL REPORT: What Oborevwori must know as Delta moves towards adoption of electric vehicles for transportation

Oborevwori Must Hear This: Ignoring Online Publishers, A Political Miscalculation in Public Governance

June 4, 2025
OPINION!! Her Excellency, Tobore Oborevwori, The Strength Behind the Visionary Leader

OPINION!! Her Excellency, Tobore Oborevwori, The Strength Behind the Visionary Leader

June 1, 2025
Senator Nwoko Applauds Delta’s Dominance at Gateway Games, Champions Early Talent Development

Senator Nwoko Applauds Delta’s Dominance at Gateway Games, Champions Early Talent Development

May 30, 2025
JUST IN: Security on orders from above block journalists from covering Oborevwori’s address at DTHA

JUST IN: Security on orders from above block journalists from covering Oborevwori’s address at DTHA

May 28, 2025
BREAKING: Senate recommends 6 months suspension for Senator Natasha

Senator Natasha Urges National Commitment to Protection, Empowerment of Nigerian Children

May 27, 2025
Next Post
53-year-old CBN staff attempts wooing 24-year-old girl from her fiancé who sponsored her in school (Read her story)

Every married woman is a prostitute, says relationship therapist

Trending

  • Ned Nwoko: 75 Senators Back Anioma State Bill As Asagba of Asaba Backs Vision with Royal Endorsement

    Ned Nwoko: 75 Senators Back Anioma State Bill As Asagba of Asaba Backs Vision with Royal Endorsement

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • (Watch Video): Leaked S3x tape of another Nigerian celebrity is shared online, victim reacts as her video goes viral

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • BREAKING: Hope rises as Senate sets public hearing on creation of Anioma State for July 4, 5 in Uyo

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • OMO-AGEGE: Time to move on, APC’s train already left the terminus, By Akpomiemie Johnson

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • Anioma Statehood Drive Gains Massive Support Ahead of Public Hearing in Uyo

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • Ibusa Youths Raise Alarm Over Political Interference in Youth Election, Call on Delta Governor to Intervene

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • From Oweizibiri to Today: Kantu Community Traces Ijaw Roots, Refutes Itsekiri Links

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • Senator Nwoko reveals why Akwa Ibom was chosen for public hearing on proposed Anioma state creation

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • AirPeace Passenger Recounts Ordeal as Abuja-Asaba Flight Faces Multiple Delays, On-Ground Incident

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • DELTA NORTH: Dr. Ashiedu, other Aniocha North APC stakeholders pass vote of confidence in Senator Nwoko

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0

Latest Stories

Ugo Anioma Endorses Senator Ned Nwoko as Momentum Rises High for Anioma State Creation

June 13, 2025

Anioma’s Voice, Nigeria’s Asset: Two Years of Senator Ned Nwoko in the Red Chamber

June 13, 2025

Delta Assembly Marks Two Years with Legislative Milestones, Renewed Commitment

June 13, 2025

APC Chieftain Ejiofor Urges Nigerians to Uphold Spirit of June 12, Calls on President Tinubu to Safeguard Democratic Legacy

June 12, 2025

Ibusa Youths Raise Alarm Over Political Interference in Youth Election, Call on Delta Governor to Intervene

June 12, 2025

Democracy Day: Elumelu Urges Nigerians To Have Faith In Democracy

June 12, 2025

DELTA NORTH: Dr. Ashiedu, other Aniocha North APC stakeholders pass vote of confidence in Senator Nwoko

June 11, 2025

OMO-AGEGE: Time to move on, APC’s train already left the terminus, By Akpomiemie Johnson

June 11, 2025

Senator Nwoko reveals why Akwa Ibom was chosen for public hearing on proposed Anioma state creation

June 11, 2025

We Need Ned Now: 2023 NNPP Burutu Reps candidate declares Senator Nwoko as Delta’s standout legislator

June 11, 2025
  • Home
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms and Conditions

© 2024 Emerald News Nigeria.

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In

Add New Playlist

No Result
View All Result
  • Emerald News Nigeria
  • Inside Delta
    • Niger Delta
  • Politics
  • Economy
  • Crime
  • Education
  • Health
  • Entertainment
  • Relationship
  • Special Report

© 2024 Emerald News Nigeria.