- Grand Chief Imam Leads Prayers: Sheikh Abdulrahman Abiola Sadallah, Grand Chief Imam of Epe Division, led the 8th-day Fidau prayer for Late Otunba Bola Odebiyi, offering heartfelt supplications for the repose of his soul.
- Call to Uphold Legacy: In his sermon, Sheikh Sadallah urged the Odebiyi family and the community to preserve and uphold Otunba’s legacy of kindness, humility, and service to humanity.
- Clerics Praise Otunba’s Life: Senior clerics, including the Senior Imam of Epe Division and Cleric Shield Adam, extolled the virtues of the late Otunba, describing him as a man of peace, compassion, and community impact.
The 8th-day Fidau prayer for the late Pa. Otunba Bola Odebiyi was held on Thursday amidst an outpouring of emotions, heartfelt tributes, and fervent prayers at his Epe residence.
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The event brought together Islamic clerics, family members, and well-wishers to honour the life and times of a man revered for his humility, generosity, and commitment to community development.
Leading the solemn prayer session was the Grand Chief Imam of Epe Division, Sheikh Abdulrahman Abiola Sadallah, who offered special prayers and supplications for the repose of the late Otunba’s soul.
In his sermon, Sheikh Sadallah extolled the virtues of the departed, describing him as a man of rare character, deeply committed to the service of humanity and the betterment of society.
He urged members of the Odebiyi family to uphold their father’s golden legacy of kindness, meekness, and compassion, charging them to immortalize his contributions by walking in his moral and spiritual footsteps.
“Otunba Bola Odebiyi was a pillar in this community, a man who lived with purpose and served with honour. Let us continue his legacy by being agents of good, just as he was,” the cleric noted.
Other prominent clerics present included the Senior Imam of Epe Division and the respected Cleric Sheikh Adam, who both took turns to offer prayers and share words of reflection.
The ministering clerics unanimously upheld the memory of Otunba Odebiyi, hailing his lasting impact on Epe and beyond.
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The Fidau prayer served not only as a religious rite but also as a celebration of a life well-lived, reminding all in attendance of the enduring power of a legacy rooted in faith, service, and love for humanity.
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