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Nigeria’s election is the responsibility of all

This was the view of all the resource persons that spoke at the just concluded Shafaudeen Ishrat 2011 symposium, held on January 21st . The symposium which took place at the Global Peace Hall of the organization at Wakajaye was well attended by experienced personalities from relevant institutions on elections in Nigeria. The Symposium which titled ‘the Role of Religious Leaders and the Media in Nigeria’s 2011 Elections’ generated a lot of discussions which raised issues particularly on the need for all Nigerian’s to see the elections in Nigeria as their own responsibilities as well and not that of the government alone.
Nigerians were encouraged to register and vote for candidates who have very good track record during the elections. According to the panelists, the days of staying indoors under the guise of religion are over. Religion according to them does not in any way forbid the participation of adherents from politics.
The founder and spiritual head of Shafaudeen in Islam, Prof. Sabitu Olagoke reiterated that our creator knows best than us, therefore the divine call by our creator to ensure justice and peace at all times includes our sincere civic responsibility.

Founder and Spiritual Head of Shafaudeen in Islam Bags Professorship

The Head of Department (HOD) of Mechanical Engineering Department Federal Polytechnic Ilaro and the Set man of Shafaudeen in Islam Worldwide Engr. Prof. Sabit Ariyo Olagoke (JP) has called on the Federal Government (FG) to Consider Integrity before National Honour is awarded to worthy Nigerians.

This was contained in his acceptance speech during his double honour and Investiture as the chairman, senate of Bradley University in Africa and Confernment of honoris Causa award of Professor of Public administration which took place at the University of Lagos, Akoka, Lagos recently.

While delivering his speech Prof. Olagoke also called on Nigerians to come out enmass to vote leaders of their choice in the 2011 election, while he also called on religious leaders to ensure religious harmony for the peaceful Co-existence of the Nation.

According to him “The Only Solution For human Successes therefore is to Consider Integrity, when government awards National Honour, Royal Institutions on offer of chieftaincy tittles, Corporate Professional bodies for membership and fellow awards while academic Institutions should confer honourary degrees awards to worthy citizens who should be ready to justify, for example, the good gesture of Bradley University through the Critical assessment of awardees by the award council of responsible citizens”

Earlier in his speech, the president of Bradley University In Africa, His Royal Highness (HRH) elder P.K Jegede stated that the professorial honour Conferred on Engr. Olagoke was not for financial gains but based on his commitment to the growth of education and preaching of religious harmony in the Country.

He also noted that Prof. Olagoke, a Chief Lecturer and renown religious leader was closely monitored through his radio and television programmes and many of his academic publications. He added based on this notable performance of Professor Olagoke, the award was conferred on him.

Shafaudeen Ishrat Celebrations in Grand Style
Shafaudeen in Islam marked 2010 Ishrat Celebrations in a very unique style with a lot of remarkable activities. The celebration which started on January 10th culminated in a 3 day final celebration on January 15th, 16th and 17th 2010.
January 15th was dedicated to a seminar titled ‘True Rebranding Process for Corruption Free Nigeria’ During the seminar the Founder and Spiritual Head of Shafaudeen in Islam Rasool Shafau (IM) Alhaji Sabitu Ariyo Olagoke gave the opening remarks in which he stated clearly that the business of having a corruption free Nigeria is the responsibility of all. He added that unless we all get rid of corruption from the body politics of Nigeria, overall development is far from been achieved.
Noted Speakers that contributed to the very rich discussion included the former Executive Governor of Oyo State, Alhaji Lam Adesina, The President of Voters Assembly Mr Moshood Erubami, Honorable Justice Olagoke Ige and the Oyo State Coordinator of Action against AIDS. Issues raised included the need for the government to be politically responsive to the needs and aspirations of the Nigerian people who voted them into power. Alhaji Lam Adesina in his presentation expressed the importance of practicing true democracy as the only way to achieve a realistic democracy. He also urged all Muslims to be active in the political process of Nigeria because Islam as a way of life does not bar them from participating in the affairs of the community they live in. Justice Ige in his submission remarked that the judiciary has a significant role to play in achieving a corrupt free Nigeria. He called on the government to empower the judiciary to be responsive in delivering quick prosecution of cases as they come.
January 16th was the grand finale of the Ishrat celebrations. Guests and members of the orgnaisation were received from all parts of the world by the Chief Host, Alhaji Sabitu Ariyo Olagoke. The media was in full attendance. The lecture delivered titled "Nigeria's Democracy and Issues of Development - Reflections and Projections",was thought provoking and a call to action by all for a peaceful world for all to live. The hour of spiritual blessing was remarkable as the Spiritual Head Rasool Shafau IM prayed and asked for forgiveness and blessings from Allah on everyone.
The final day of the Ishrat which was January 17th was devoted to thanks giving, January birthday celebrations, and sharing of gifts.
According to guests who participated in the celebrations, this year’s celebration is unique because of the several blessings seen by all which the organization enjoyed from all angles through protection on lives of all members, material gifts received by members through Allah’s blessings and also through testimonies given by Muslims and non Muslims alike on the presence on the Holiness of Allah upheld by Shafaudeen and without blemish.

Shafaudeen Prepares for 2010 Ishrat
Shafaudeen ‘L Islam Fiduniya Waliakhirat is set to commemorate its annual Ishrat celebrations scheduled to hold as from January 14th to 17th 2010 Under the spiritual Guidance of its Founder and Spiritual Leader, Rasool Shafau (IM) Alhaji Sabitu Ariyo Olagoke (JP). The annual Isharat for 2010 marks the 27th year anniversary of the organization. Members of the organization from within and outside Nigeria are set to participate in the annual event which also usually draws people from all works of life.
The celebration has been planned to take on several activities that will make the celebration a memorable one. Some of the activities are as stated below:
Shafaudeen Night of Power – This is a Special Night of Prayers and sermon on January 14th 2010
Special Ishrat lectures on ‘The Role of Religion in the Rebranding process, Date January 15th 2010
Special Jumat Service to be held at the Shafaudeen International Mosque on January 15th 2010
Walimotul Quran – The Walimot will be conducted by the Chief Imam of Ibadanland, Alhaji Baosari Haruna on Saturday January 16th 2010.
Birthday Ceremonies for all January Born Members of the Organisation will be held on January 17th 2010
You are kindly invited to the August Occasion.

Rasool Shafau marks 53rd Birthday in a Remarkable way
All roads led to the international Headquarters of Shafaudeen ‘L Islam World Wide at Wakajaye, Iwo Road, Ibadan on December 6th 2009 for the grand finale of several activities which started since November 10th to mark the 53rd birthday of the founder and Spiritual Head of the organization. The several guests at the unique celebration had a thrilled time listening to spiritual sermon, watching very entertaining dramatic enactments form the Association of Muslim Theater Arts Practitioners of Nigeria as well as several other activities performed by the Shafaudeen Children Vanguard.
Earlier on through out the month of November several other leaders of various religious groups based in Ibadan and environs performed led jumat prayers at the International Mosque. The Olagoke Education Legacy Foundation also held its grand finale around this period with the Sponsor Alhaji Olagoke calling on the youths to treat education as a legacy that anyone could bequeath to them. The final of the Rasool’s Cup Competition was also held around this period.

Shafaudeen Holds Lailatul Quadri Night: Iseyin 2009
The annual laialtul Quadri prayers for all shafaudeen members took place in Iseyin On September 12th 2009. Ramadan 21st . The annual event had representatives of the organization from all branches in attendance.
The Night of Majesty activities which included sermon, prayer request and presentation of the organizations annual calendar were presided over by the founder and Spiritual Head of Shafaudeen in Islam Worldwide, Rasool Shafau Imitizala Muhammad, Alhaji Sabitu Ariyo Olagoke (JP).
He delivered a sermon titled The Global Economic Meltdown: Causes, Effects and Remedies. In his presentation of the sermon in Microsoft PowerPoint, He traced the cause of the Global Economic melt down to the happenings in the past and emphatically stated that it is not a new phenomenon. According to Alhaji Olagoke, in the past different economies experienced this difficult and that solutions emerged only when the people retraced their steps and turned back to God for relief and help. He therefore called on all particularly governments to retrace their steps and turn back to God.
The night event was remarkable as it was also graced by the Aseyin of Iseyin, his Royal Highness oba Abdul Ganiyu salaudeen ologunebi Ajinase 1. In his remarks the Aseyin expressed his gratitude to the Founder and Spiritual Head of Shafaudeen Alhaji Olagoke for choosing Iseyin as the venue for this year’s Night of Majesty. He urged all Muslim leaders to emulate the very good qualities of shafaudeen as an organization and its practice of using modern technology to call people to the part of Allah. He stated that Islam is a dynamic religion and adherents should not be static.
The activities of the powerful night ended very well with the expression of appreciation to the people of Iseyin and the royal father for the warm reception by all shafaudeen members and the founder, Alhaji Olagoke.

Shafaudeen Marks Development Day in Grand Style
All members of the organization were in Ibadan, the headquarters of the organization to mark this 2009 Development Day on May 31st. The day which is set aside as the day, the divine instruction for the completion of the international mosque, was marked with an all night prayer session (Tahajjud) and thanks giving.
The key lesson of the lecture delivered on that day revolved around the need to recognize Allah as the over all giver who gives to whom he pleases. The lecture delivered by the Founder and Spiritual Head, also addressed the need for members to continue to sacrifice their time, money and energy towards the worship of Allah.

Shafaudeen Prepares for 2009 Ishirat
Shafaudeen Ishrat 2009 and 26th year Anniversary Celebration
All is set to commemorate Shafaudeen 26th Anniversary Celebration as from January 10th to 18th 2009 at the international Headquarters, Mafikuyomi Square, Wakajaye, Iwo Road, Ibadan the Oyo State Capital South West Nigeria.
The Activities lined up to mark the unique celebration are as follows:

All members of Shafaudeen both within and outside Nigeria are expected to participate in the annual event which is usually marked with a lot of thanks giving, testimonies and counting of blessings. Selected dignitaries have also been invited from different walks of life to participate in the annual congregation.

Rasool Shafau Marks 51st Birthday in Style
November 10th will forever remain a memory date for years to come because of the series of human faced activities set aside to celebrate the birthday of a great person, a philanthropist, Preacher and the Religion Warlord of Oyo State. The activities to mark the celebration which started on November 10th 2007 ended with a grand finale on November 25th 2007. Some of the activities set aside to commemorate the occasion included, Secondary Schools Quiz Competition, gifts to the less privilege in the society, friendly football competition, lectures and the launching of the Olagoke Education Foundation to assist the less privilege in the field of education.

Next Ajagun Esin Consultative Forum Meeting
The next meeting of the forum has been scheduled to take place on February 25th 2008. The Forum has been holding series of meeting since the title of the Ajagun Esin was conferred on the Rasool Shafau (IM) on February 25th 2007. Also several issues that borders on National interest have been discussed during past meetings.

The Founder and Spiritual Head of Shafaudeen ‘L Islam Worldwide, Alhaji Sabitu Ariyo Olagoke (JP) has called on parents and guardians to pay more attention to the upbringing of their children. Alhaji Olagoke made this call at this year’s Shafaudeen Sister Dawah Circle Grand Finale which was held at the Shafaudeen International Headquarters, Wakajaye, Ibadan, Oyo State.

According to him Parents owe their children a lot of obligations. This obligation is not limited to material alone but also spiritual. He explained further that the attention of parents to spiritual and material development of children will go a long way to contribute to the growth and development of the children as responsible citizens of any nation. Alhaji Olagoke condemned discriminatory acts against the girl child on the bases of sex. He emphasized that both males and females are equal before Allah and has created the two sexes without discrimination. In the same vein he called on the children to also be responsible as as they are also responsible to their parents as well.

At the annual event which was attended by members of the age group from the different Shafaudeen branches, the Founder and Spiritual Head also commended the Executive of the Dawah Circle for their achievements and contribution to Projects in the course of Allah in years past. He urged them to keep it up and never to relent in their effort in the coming years.

The annual spiritual fellowship of the organization is around the corner again. The annual congregation which focuses on different aspects of social divine values and the impact on human lives, virtues and values for the purpose of restoration of orders and peace through justice and equity for human empowerment and development promises to be another exciting and remarkable period.

The annual fellowship is scheduled to take place between January 14th and 22nd 2006. Activities scheduled to take place for the period include:

Courtesy visit to different media outfits, Local Governments,
Ishirat Trade Fair,
Commissioning of five additional classrooms for Shafaudeen Group of Schools (Nursery and Primary School),
Foundation laying of Shafaudeen Secondary Schools,
Annual Ishirat Lecture titled: Nigeria Democracy and Development: The Way Out by Engr. (Dr) S.A Olagoke (JP)

Ishirat friendly match between Shafaudeen Patriot FC and Golden Boys of Lalupon
Annual Special Prayers for the Nation and the World
Special Jumat Service: Role of Houses of God in Nation Building
Special lecture titled: Human Trafficking Eradication: Community Mobilization as an Effective Strategy to be delivered by Chief Mrs Titi Atiku, Chairperson and Founder, WOTCLEF.

Members of the organization from different parts of the world are expected at the annual fellowship, which will be filled with a lot of activities and divine blessings.

Recently, in Ibadan the Broadcasting Corporation of Oyo State (BCOS), held its merit award ceremony for distinguish personalities from different sectors of the society. Amongst the personalities were the Founder and Spiritual Head of Shafa’u-d-deen ‘L Islam Worldwide, Engr. Sabitu A, Olagoke. Commenting on the role of journalists in a democratic setting, he described the role of journalists in Nigeria as that, which is essential to the growth, and development of democracy in Nigeria. According to him gone are those days that the society only compares the role of journalist to that of a watchdog that observes without any major contribution. Today, Engr. Olagoke explained that journalists not only watch the activities of government but also contributes to the achievements of democratic principles.

He therefore called on the government to recognize and appreciate this role and see journalists as partners in progress.

Literacy Team Visits Shafa’u-d-deen

Shafa’u-d-een hosted a Federal Government Team on Literacy at the International Headquarters as part of activities to mark the International Literacy day, which was hosted by the Oyo State Government for the year. The team specifically commended the organization for its uniqueness in combining adult literacy programme with vocational training. Shaf’u-d-deen is one of the Literacy Programme Centers in Oyo State and in Nigeria.

The organization held her third quarterly Grand Executive Council Meeting recently at the International Headquarters. Below is the communiqué that was issued at the end of the meeting.

COMMUNIQUÉ OF THE QUARTERLY MEETING OF THE 27TH GRAND EXECUTIVE COUNCIL MEETING OF SHAFAUDEEN IN ISLAM AT HELD AT THE INTERNATIONAL HEADQUARTERS, WAKAJAYE, IWO ROAD, IBADAN BETWEEN 26TH AND 28TH AUGUST 2005

The Grand Executive Council of Shafaudeen In Islam held her 27th Quarterly meeting at the International Headquarters, Wakajaye, Iwo Road, Ibadan between 26th and 28th August 2005.

The meeting, which was chaired, by the Founder and Spiritual Head, Shafaudeen In Islam Worldwide, Engr (Dr) S.A. Olgoke, JP was well attended by Council members from home and abroad.

The Council deliberated extensively on various issues affecting the polity and observed as follows:

Morality the world over has continued to decay and this is adversely affecting human growth and development.

The debt relief of $18b as granted by the Paris Club to Nigeria is a welcomed development and that government efforts in this direction is commendable

A lot of Nigerians are today living in abject poverty, compounded by the astronomical rise in costs of living as exemplified in the high cost of food items.

The recent efforts of the Federal Government directed towards the coming National Census is commendable.

That religious leaders have a task to accomplish in the spiritual growth of the people. The houses of God should therefore play their parts as the mill-house in refining human rawness conscience minded products for good administration and governance.

That the government should revert to the former pump prices of fuel as any decision that will compound the prevailing harsh condition of living will be inhuman. Government should in the alternative take steps to increase the capacity of local refineries as fuel importation has turned the gains of high crude prices into agony to the public.

That all Nigerians should support the conduct of the coming census 2005 and make it a success such that figures so generated will be acceptable and useful for planning purposes.

That politicians should allow God’s control of the polity as political heats being generated across the country is not in the interest of our fledging democracy

The Founder and Spiritual Head of Shafa’u-d-deen ‘L Islam Worldwide, Alhaji Sabitu Ariyo Olagoke (JP) has warned that even though the increase in the number of religious houses in Nigeria and other parts of the world (especially with the number of Mosques and Churches) may look like a good sign of acceptance of the existence of Allah, it is an indication that the will of Almighty Allah must be strictly adhered to for a peaceful coexistence and a beneficial earthly and heavenly reward from Allah. Alhaji Olagoke said ‘It is not a question of numbers of houses of worship but a question of sincerity of purpose and worship’

Alhaji Olagoke stated this during the monthly National Executive Council meeting of the organization at the International Headquarters, Ibadan, Oyo State. He emphasized that religious houses should be places of true worship of the Almighty, who watches all.

He also condemned the spate at which some religious leaders pursue worldly gains at the expense of their congregation. According to him, it is no longer a hidden fact that some people establish religious houses for the purpose of making money as these groups of people see religious congregations as good business ventures.

Finally, he called on all to emulate the good examples of the Apostles of Allah in their relationship with Allah the Creator of all.

The rate of bombings in different parts of the world is clearly an indication that the world is not at ease. This observation was made in Ibadan on July 10th 2005 by Alhaji Sabitu . A. Olagoke (Rasool Shafau Imitizala Muhammed) at the Board room of Shafa’u-d-deen during an address of some members of the press. He stated this based on the background of the recent bombs in some parts of the world. According to him, it is a clear indication that the world is endangered.

In the address he reiterated that there cannot be peace without justice and therefore called on all stakeholders to go back to the drawing board as all current strategies seem to have failed. He emphasized that all strategies that does not recognize the importance of Allah and his will of humanity will definitely not pass the test of time. According to him one of the wills of Allah for humanity is justice and equity and for as long as this is not adhered to, there is bound to be difficulties in human relations.

Avoid Capitalist Democracy - Rasool Shafau (Imitizala Muhammed) Alhaji S.A Olagoke (JP) Tells Governments

The Founder and Spiritual Head of Shafaudeen ‘L Islam Worldwide, Rasool Shafau (I.M), Alhaji Sabitu Ariyo Olagoke (JP) has called on governments around the world to shun capitalist democracy. He stated this IN Ibadan the Oyo State Capital, while commenting on Nigeria’s Democracy Day, which was marked on May 29th 2005. According to him, the growing trend of democracy around the world should be watched carefully so as not to have capitalist democracy enthroned.

He explained that when there is abject poverty in countries running democracy then there is a serious challenge because it contradicts the principle of governance in a democracy, which is government of the people by the people and for the people. It also negates the principle justice and equity.

Alhaji Olagoke called on world leaders to shun capitalist democracy at all cost, as it does not hold any good for anyone neither for them as leaders or the followers. He added that sincerity of purpose is a necessity for any government that wants to carry the followers along in its governance strategies. A government that is not responsive to the need of the generality of the people governed is against the people.

The Founder and Spiritual Head of Shafaudeen in Islam Worldwide, Alhaji Sabitul Ariyo Olagoke (JP) has described sports as a harbinger of peace to the world. He stated this while addressing dignitaries and spectators at the Olubadan Stadium during the finals of the maiden edition of the Rasool’s Cup Competition on Saturday April 23rd 2005.

Alhaji Olagoke (JP) who is also the sponsor of the Football Competition which featured 16 teams emphasized that football can go a very long way to promote unity and development. He stated that Nigeria and other countries as well do not enjoy any moment of unity more than the one experienced during sports competition. Alhaji Olagoke (JP) also described the competition as a good way to keep the youths engaged for a better future.

Shafaudeen Patriot Football Club on Saturday April 23rd won the first edition of the Rasool’s Cup Competition at the final match which was decided at the Olubadan Stadium Ibadan. The final match which was between Shafaudeen Patriot Football Club and Olaninyi Babes was watched by a crowd of spectators who had come into the stadium within Ibadan and from other neighboring States
Before the final match, the third place match was decided between Golden Boys of Lalupon and Everton Football Club of Ibadan. See picture panorama.