The Oyo State Muslim Political Unity Forum for Jubril Dotun Sanusi (JDS) has mobilised over 10,000 Muslims drawn from different geopolitical zones of the state for a strategic political and unity gathering held at Ilaji Resort.
The event, hosted by the Okanlomo Oodua and Gbonka Olubadan of Ibadanland, Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi, brought together Muslim leaders, clerics, community representatives and political supporters from across Oyo State.
The gathering centred its sermon and deliberations on unity, agreement and collective responsibility, with participants urged to remain peaceful, united and committed to the development of Oyo State and Nigeria.
Speaking at the event, the Coordinator of the forum, Sheikh Saheed Ayoola Gbadamosi, Chief Imam of Anfani Community Central Mosque, emphasised the importance of unity among Muslims and the need for political engagement that promotes peace, development and the wellbeing of the people.
He called on members of the Muslim community to embrace understanding and cooperation, stressing that the strength of any community lies in its ability to work together despite individual differences.
The cleric also led the gathering in prayers for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, and other candidates of the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 elections.
The prayers sought divine guidance, wisdom, protection and success for the President and other APC candidates, while also asking Allah to grant the nation peace, stability and continued progress.
Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi, while receiving the participants, appreciated the Muslim community for the massive turnout and described the gathering as a demonstration of the power of unity and collective purpose.
He reiterated his commitment to supporting initiatives that promote peaceful coexistence, community development and greater collaboration among the people of Oyo State.
The gathering further resolved to strengthen grassroots mobilisation and engagement across the state’s geopolitical zones while encouraging members to promote peace and responsible political participation ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The forum maintained that its mobilisation would continue through constructive engagement with Muslim communities and other stakeholders across Oyo State.
