The Grand Imam of Oyo State and Chief Imam of Ibadanland, Sheikh Abdul-Ganiyy AbuBakr Agbotomokekere, has endorsed the appointment of Princess Folashade Azeezat Abeo Nurudeen as Iyaloja-General of Oyo State by Governor Seyi Makinde.
The Islamic cleric gave the endorsement on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, when Princess Abeo, accompanied by members of the market community, paid him a courtesy visit at his Oja’ba, Ibadan residence.
During the visit, Sheikh Agbotomokekere expressed support for the governor’s choice which the highly referred cleric described as long expected and deserving. The Grand Imam forthwith prayed for the success of the new Iyaloja-General and other appointed market leaders, and the continued peace, cooperation, harmony, peaceful coexistence and unity among all artisans, traders and market men and women across Oyo State in general.
The cleric also prayed for Governor Makinde, asking Almighty Allah to grant him more wisdom, strength and success in the discharge of his responsibilities. He equally sought divine guidance for Princess Abeo as she assumes the responsibility of representing traders and artisans across the state and beyond.
Sheikh Agbotomokekere further offered prayers for the market community across the length and breadth of Oyo State and seeking lasting peace, unity, progress and prosperity for residents, business owners, market traders and artisans.
