
The Saudi Mosque, a name synonymous with Sunnah in the Ikorodu area, stands as a testament to the growth and establishment of authentic Islamic practices in Yoruba Land. At the heart of this spiritual renaissance is Sheikh Dr. Habeeb Adewuyi, whose efforts, along with those of his father Sheikh Yusuf Adewuyi, have left an indelible mark on the Islamic landscape of the region.
Foundation in Knowledge: The story begins with Sheikh Yusuf Adewuyi, who established an Ibadullah Islamic Schools Madrasah in heart of Ajegunle, Amukoko Area. This institution became a beacon of knowledge on Lagos State and beyond, embodying the Quranic principle:
“Allah will raise those who have believed among you and those who were given knowledge, by degrees.” (Quran 58:11).
This commitment to education fulfills the Prophet’s hadith:
“Whoever follows a path in pursuit of knowledge, Allah will make easy for him a path to Paradise.” (Sahih Muslim).
Continuing the Legacy: Dr. Habeeb Adewuyi continued his father’s legacy by establishing the Saudi Mosque in Igbe Laraa, Ijede. Ijede Local Council Development Area. This mosque became a symbol of authentic Sunnah practice in an area where shirk (polytheism) and kufr (disbelief) had become entrenched in local culture. His efforts resonate with the Quranic verse.
A Bastion of Tawheed: The Saudi Mosque stands as a bastion of Tawheed (monotheism), combating practices that had diverged from pure Islamic teachings.
Collective Efforts: Scholars like Sheikh Saheed Bello, Dr. Habeeblai Jumah joined Dr. Habeeb Adewuyi in this noble cause.
Their collective efforts in building communities founded on Tawheed and the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) have actualized the Quranic principle:
“And let there be [arising] from you a nation inviting to [all that is] good, enjoining what is right and forbidding what is wrong, and those will be the successful.” (Quran 3:104)
Recognition and Gratitude: To Sheikh Dr. Habeebu Jumah, Sheikh Saidi Bello, and all the scholars who have contributed to this cause, we say “Jazakumullahu Khayran” (May Allah reward you with good). The prophet:
“Whoever calls others to guidance will have a reward similar to those who follow it, without their reward being diminished at all.” (Sahih Muslim)
These scholars have indeed built communities rooted in Tawheed and the Sunnah of the Prophet, fulfilling the divine instruction: May Allah continue to bless their efforts and those who follow in their footsteps, spreading knowledge and authentic Islamic practices throughout Yoruba Land and beyond.
Muhammed Olalekan Alashe writes from Lagos, Nigeria.
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